HUMILIATE Meaning and
Definition
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Humiliate is a verb that refers to the act of degrading, embarrassing, or causing shame to someone, typically in public or through means that undermine their dignity or self-esteem. It involves deliberately and intentionally subjecting an individual to situations or actions that belittle or disgrace them, thereby diminishing their sense of worth or influence.
When one humiliates another person, they consciously aim to make them feel inferior, inadequate, or exposed before others. It often involves derogatory remarks, mocking gestures, or public exposure of personal flaws, weaknesses, or mistakes. The intention behind humiliation is to diminish the person's reputation, integrity, or social standing, in order to assert superiority or dominance over them.
Humiliation can manifest across various contexts, including personal relationships, work environments, or social settings. It can be inflicted verbally, physically, or emotionally, and may be driven by factors such as jealousy, insecurity, or seeking a sense of power and control over someone. The consequences of humiliation can significantly impact the victim’s mental well-being, leading to feelings of guilt, shame, and diminished self-confidence.
However, it is important to note that humiliation is a negative and harmful behavior that should not be encouraged or condoned. Cultivating empathy, respect, and understanding can help foster an inclusive and harmonious environment where humiliation has no place.
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To humble; to depress; to mortify.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of HUMILIATE
The word "humiliate" has its roots in the Latin word "humiliāre", derived from "humilis", meaning "lowly" or "humble". In ancient times, the word had a literal sense, referring to the act of reducing someone's social status or position. Over time, "humiliate" developed its modern meaning, which refers to the act of causing someone to feel embarrassed, degraded, or ashamed.
Similar spelling words for HUMILIATE
- Homilite,
- ur-hamlet,
- humiliates,
- Hamlett,
- honesty-humility,
- hamlet,
- Homaloid,
- humiliati,
- huemulite,
- hummelled,
- Homilete,
- Homelot,
- homelite,
- humiliating,
- Himalda,
- humility,
- humiliated,
- hemloite,
- Hamulate,
- humiliator,
- hemlata,
- haemulidae,
- humiliation.
Conjugate verb Humiliate
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT
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