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humility

Pronunciation: /hjʊˈmɪlɪti/
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Definition of humility

noun

[mass noun]
  • the quality of having a modest or low view of one’s importance: he needs the humility to accept that their way may be better

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French humilite, from Latin humilitas, from humilis (see humble)

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