GRE Word List
HUMILITY
freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
The meaning of the word humility is freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble.
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| sumptuous | extremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent |
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| adore | to worship or honor as a deity or as divine |
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| trite | hackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original |