Meaning & use
humility
A modest view of one's own importance, without arrogance, especially despite notable talent or achievement.
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Despite winning the award, she accepted it with the same humility she showed on her first day.
True humility means admitting your mistakes rather than shifting blame onto someone else.
A note on using this word
Humility is generally viewed as a virtue, unlike its near-relative timidity, which implies a lack of confidence rather than modesty.
Words with a similar meaning
modestymeekness
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