hum·ble
[huhm-buh l,uhm-]
adjective, -bler, -blest, verb, -bled, -bling.
–adjective
1.not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful.
2.having a feeling of insignificance, inferiority, subservience, etc.: In the presence of so many world-famous writers I felt very humble.
3.low in rank, importance, status, quality, etc.; lowly: of humble origin; a humble home.
4. courteously respectful: In my humble opinion you are wrong.
5.low in height, level, etc.; small in size: a humble member of the galaxy.
–verb (used with object)
6.to lower in condition, importance, or dignity; abase.
7.to destroy the independence, power, or will of.
8.to make meek: to humble one’s heart.