What are the meaning, origin and usage of word Humility?

Humility

Humility means the quality of being humble it is an attitude of not being proud or not thinking you are better than others.

Origin

The term “humility” comes from the Latin word humilitas which may be translated as a “humble”, or “grounded”, or “from the earth”, as the term is derived from humus (earth).

Examples

The actor accepted the Oscar award with humility by acknowledging that it was the film‘s crew who deserved the trophy.

The sportsperson showed lack of humility and blamed his teammates for the loss.

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