Thinking of yourself as not more important than other people; simple or modest in position or amount.
From Old French “humble,” from Latin “humilis,” meaning “low” or “on the ground,” from “humus,” meaning “earth.” It originally described low social rank as well as modest attitude.
Humble literally means “low to the ground,” which is why we talk about “staying grounded.” True humility isn’t hating yourself; it’s keeping your feet on the earth while still knowing your worth.
‘Humble’ has often been expected more of women than men, especially in professional and public life, as a way to police women’s ambition and visibility. Cultural norms have praised women for humility while rewarding assertiveness in men, creating a gendered double standard.
Encourage humility as a virtue across all genders; avoid using it to suggest that women or marginalized people should downplay their achievements.
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Women’s achievements have frequently been framed as the result of ‘humble’ service rather than leadership or expertise, which can obscure their authority and innovation.
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