Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
false-humility
Noun
/fɔːls hjuːˈmɪləti/
Definition
A pretense of being humble, often to gain approval or admiration from others.
Examples
- Despite his false humility, everyone knew he was proud of his skills.
- She often employed false humility to divert compliments away from herself.
- His false humility was transparent; he genuinely craved acknowledgment.
Meaning
False humility is an insincere or exaggerated display of modesty, where a person downplays their abilities or achievements to seem humble, but often seeks recognition or praise.
Synonyms
- Insincere modesty
- Feigned humility
- Pretense of humbleness
