Emily Dickinson Lexicon

HUM'BLE, a. [Fr. humble; L. humilis; supposed to be from humus, the earth, or its root.]

1. Low; opposed to high or lofty. Thy humble nest built on the ground. Cowley.
2. Low; opposed to lofty or great; mean; not magnificent; as, a humble cottage. A humble roof, and an obscure retreat. Anon.
3. Lowly; modest; meek; submissive; opposed to proud, haughty, arrogant, or assuming. In an evangelical sense, having a low opinion of one's self, and a deep sense of unworthiness in the sight of God. God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace to the humble. James iv. Without a humble imitation of the divine author of our blessed religion, we can never hope to be a happy nation. Washington's Circular Address or Letter, June 18, 1783.