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Exam: IELTS

humble

IPA: /ˈhʌm.bəl/

KK: /ˈhʌm.bəl/

adjective

Definition: Not proud or arrogant; showing a modest view of one's importance or status.

Example: Despite his success, he remained humble and approachable.

transitive verb

Definition: To make someone feel less proud or important; to lower their status or self-esteem.

Example: The coach humbled the players by reminding them of their past mistakes.

humbled

IPA: /ˈhʌm.bəld/

KK: /ˈhʌm.bəld/

adjective

Definition: Feeling modest or having a low view of one's importance; recognizing one's limitations or weaknesses.

Example: After receiving the award, she felt humbled by the recognition.

verb

Definition: To feel or show a modest or low view of one's importance; to lower in dignity or importance.

Example: After receiving the award, she felt humbled by the recognition.

humbleness

IPA: /ˈhʌmblnəs/

KK: /ˈhʌmblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being modest and respectful, not thinking too highly of oneself.

Example: Her humbleness made her well-liked among her peers.

humblest

IPA: /ˈhʌmblɪst/

KK: /ˈhʌmblɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most modest or unassuming person or thing; showing a lack of pride or arrogance.

Example: Despite his success, he remained the humblest of all the winners.

humbling

IPA: /ˈhʌmblɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhʌmblɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Causing someone to feel less important or proud, often by showing them their limitations or weaknesses.

Example: Winning the award was a humbling experience for her, reminding her of the hard work she had put in.

noun

Definition: An experience or event that makes someone feel less important or proud, often leading to a sense of humility.

Example: The humbling experience of volunteering at the shelter changed her perspective on life.

verb

Definition: To make someone feel less important or proud; to lower one's pride or self-esteem.

Example: The experience of volunteering was humbling for her, reminding her of the struggles others face.

humbly

IPA: /ˈhʌm.bli/

KK: /ˈhʌm.bli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a modest or low view of one's importance.

Example: She humbly accepted the award, thanking everyone who helped her along the way.

humdrum

IPA: /ˈhʌm.drʌm/

KK: /hʌmˌdrʌm/

adjective

Definition: Something that is boring and lacks excitement or variety.

Example: The movie was so humdrum that I almost fell asleep.

noun

Definition: A boring or dull situation or routine that lacks excitement or variety.

Example: The daily humdrum of office work can be quite tiring.

humectant

IPA: /hjuˈmɛktənt/

KK: /hjuˈmɛktənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a substance that helps to keep moisture in, making things less dry.

Example: The lotion contains a humectant that keeps my skin hydrated throughout the day.

noun

Definition: A substance that helps keep things moist or retain water.

Example: The lotion contains a humectant that keeps my skin hydrated.

humeral

IPA: /ˈhjuːmərəl/

KK: /ˈhjuːmərəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is connected to the upper arm bone or the shoulder area.

Example: The humeral region is important for shoulder movement.

humerus

IPA: /ˈhjuːmərəs/

KK: /ˈhjuːmərəs/

noun

Definition: The long bone in the upper arm that connects the shoulder to the elbow.

Example: The doctor explained that the humerus is crucial for arm movement.

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