Apr 13, 2012 · In contrast, "humble" refers specifically to a person's inner state and feelings. A humble person is willing to accept or respect another's authority, intellect and wisdom, or superiority without …

Sep 14, 2010 · The Merriam-Webster definition of the adjective humble, consisting of four things that the word does NOT mean, has to be one of MW's worst efforts.

Mar 7, 2013 · Using "in your humble opinion" to ask for the opinions of others is going to be considered sarcastic, ironic, patronizing, or condescending. Devaluing your opinion by calling it humble is, as …

Feb 2, 2012 · The Macmillan Dictionary's definition says: IMHO, abbr : in my humble opinion: used, often humorously, in e-mails and text messages for giving your opinion Nothing wrong with a little humor, …

Mar 30, 2011 · Humble and humiliate sound similar, but humiliate emphasizes shame and the loss of self-respect and usually takes place in public (: humiliated by her tearful outburst), while humble is a …

Feb 11, 2021 · Also from How to spell the meaning of words by Trevor Lloyd, the -umble words, bumble, crumble, fumble, grumble, humble, jumble, mumble, rumble, stumble, tumble have a common …

Jan 3, 2012 · But I find other usages where being condescending is obviously considered a good thing, perhaps more like being humble, or equal, rather than superior... He took a condescending and …

May 6, 2020 · In political letters throughout history, the closing "Your Obedient Servant" appears many times (For example, president Lincoln uses it in all of his letters). Where and how did this phrase …

Apr 25, 2018 · What's wrong with "humility"? Humility is the underestimation or downplaying of your own importance, so you don't need a special word for people who are humble despite being important. …

Jun 9, 2016 · Perhaps instead a short phrase like, "Humble and Honest". However for the commonly understood or vernacular definition, which seems to have a significantly different meaning, perhaps a …