Humbly and Smugly

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Humbly adverb - In a manner showing no signs of pride or self-assertion.

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Smugly is an antonym for humbly.

Nearby Word: humble

Smugly adverb - In a smug manner.

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Humbly is an antonym for smugly.

Nearby Words: smug, smugness

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