lowly

Definition

  • adjective: low in rank, position, or importance
  • adjective: humble in manner or spirit
  • adverb: in a humble or meek manner
  • synonyms: humble, low, meek

Examples

  • He was working as a 'lowly' clerk.

  • He resented his 'lowly' status.

  • her 'lowly' origins

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) recorded and their name printed... in the auspicious M.I.T. Tech. Former winners include Nobel laureates, Field's medal winners... renowned astrophysicists and lowly M.I.T. Professors. Well, that's all. If you have any questions, I'm sure that Tom has the answers. - Hi, Will. (..)
    1997 Good Will Hunting