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The champion felt humbled when a younger player taught him a new trick.
What does Humbled mean?
Humbled means feeling modest or less proud after learning something important.
Dictionary definition
Feeling modest or less proud after learning something important.
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What does humbled mean?
Humbled means feeling modest or less proud after learning something important.
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Modest is close in meaning to humbled.
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Partadjective.
MeaningHumbled means feeling modest or less proud after learning something important.
ExampleExample: The champion felt humbled when a younger player taught him a new trick.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- hum · buld
- Strongest beat
- hum
- Ending
- buld
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on hum.
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Synonyms
Words like Humbled
modestUse when someone is not acting too proud.
Antonyms
Opposite words
boastfulUse when someone brags too much.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show learning, respect, or not being too proud.
Common mix-up
Humbled does not mean humiliated; it can be a positive feeling of respect and learning.
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