verb
humillar
humiliate
Definition & meaning
Humillar means to humiliate: to make someone feel ashamed, inferior, or stripped of dignity, especially in front of others.
It can also mean to humble someone by bringing down their pride or arrogance.
In its reflexive form, humillarse , it means to humble oneself, submit, or debase oneself.
Grammar & Word origin
- Verb: Regular -ar verb, usually followed by a direct object.
- Origin: From Latin humiliare, “to humble,” related to humilis, “low” or “humble.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- avergonzar — to embarrass or shame; it does not necessarily involve an attack on someone’s dignity.
- degradar — to degrade or demean, often emphasizing a loss of status or dignity.
Antonyms:
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Nunca debemos humillar a los demás.verb
We must never humiliate others.
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