Definition

The state of being humble or low in status, rank, or importance.

Example

Despite his success, he always spoke with a sense of lowliness.

Conversation

I’ve been thinking a lot about lowliness lately.

Oh really? What brought that up?

I guess I just feel like sometimes we all experience a bit of lowliness in our lives.

That’s true; it's important to acknowledge those feelings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Lowliness** → It is formed from "low" (from Old English *lōw*, meaning not high or elevated) and "-liness" (a suffix indicating a state or quality). The word "lowliness" refers to the state of being low in position, status, or humility.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'not high' ('low') and the suffix '-liness' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'lowliness' means the state of being low or humble.

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