lowly
Meaning
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- Not high; not elevated in place; low.
- Low in rank or social importance.
- Not lofty or sublime; humble.
- Having a low esteem of one's own worth; humble; meek; free from pride.
Synonyms
lower-ranking
junior-grade
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈləʊli/
Etymology
From low + -ly; compare Middle English lowly.
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