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She humbly thanked everyone for the award.
What does Humbly mean?
Humbly means in a modest way.
Dictionary definition
In a modest and respectful way, without bragging.
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The captain humbly accepted advice from the team.
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A strong leader can speak humbly while still being confident.
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What does humbly mean?
Humbly describes doing something without bragging.
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Which word is closest in meaning to humbly?
Humbly and modestly both mean without bragging.
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Which word is an antonym of humbly?
Boastfully means with bragging, the opposite of humbly.
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WordHumbly.
Partadverb.
MeaningHumbly means in a modest way.
ExampleExample: She humbly thanked everyone for the award.
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- Syllables
- hum · blee
- Strongest beat
- hum
- Ending
- blee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on hum.
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Synonyms
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modestlyIn a way that avoids bragging.
respectfullyIn a way that shows respect.
Antonyms
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arrogantlyIn a way that shows too much pride.
boastfullyIn a way that brags.
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