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.