Lowly
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: Lowly means humble or modest in nature, rank, or status. It can also mean inferior in quality or character.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈloʊ.li/; UK: /ˈləʊ.li/
Origin and Usage: The word lowly originated from the Middle English word "lowli," which means "humble." It was first recorded in the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe someone or something that is modest, unassuming, or of low rank or status. It can also be used to describe something that is of inferior quality or character.
Synonyms: Humble, modest, unassuming, meek, unpretentious, simple, plain, inferior, base, mean, ignoble.
Related Words: Humble, meek, plain.
Example Sentences:
- The lowly clerk worked hard to earn his promotion.
- Despite his lowly status, he was respected by all who knew him.
- She lived in a lowly cottage on the outskirts of town.
- The lowly quality of the product led to its failure in the market.