Arrogance
Arrogance noun - An exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims.
Usage example: in his arrogance the president of the club made all the arrangements for the annual banquet without consulting the members
Humility is an antonym for arrogance in topics: conceit, confidence, modesty, exaggerated self-opinion.
Humility
Humility noun - The absence of any feelings of being better than others.
Usage example: displaying genuine humility, the peace activist accepted the Nobel Prize on behalf of all who have worked to end the violence
Nearby Word: humiliation
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
- Faramir demonstrates humility and open-mindedness, Denethor displays arrogance and stubbornness, etc...
Source: Foil / Literature -
Due to the arrogance and cruelty of the others, Oberon had them banished from Avalon to teach them humility and benevolence.
Source: Western Animation / Gargoyles -
Hypocritical Humor: The incredibly egotistical Morveer notes to himself that he cannot abide arrogance, stating that humility costs nothing.
Source: Literature / Best Served Cold
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