B1 — Intermediateadjective
umile
humble, modest
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
modestosemplicedimessoschivodiscreto
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
arrogantesuperbopresuntuosovanitosoaltezzoso
Usage note
'Umile' is the standard word. 'Modesto' implies not boasting. 'Schivo' suggests avoiding the limelight. 'Dimesso' can imply too self-effacing. 'Discreto' means unassuming. All are positive in Italian culture.
Example
"Nonostante il suo successo, rimane una persona umile e disponibile."
"Despite her success, she remains a humble and approachable person."
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