Definition
To humiliate means to lower someone’s dignity or self-respect, either in their own eyes or in the opinion of others.
It describes the act of making a person feel ashamed, embarrassed, or mortified through words, actions, or circumstances.
Example Usage
The teacher’s harsh remark in front of the class deeply humiliated the student.
Related Terms
- Mortify – to cause extreme embarrassment or shame.
- Degrade – to treat someone with disrespect and reduce their sense of worth.
- Embarrass – to make someone feel awkward or self-conscious.
Linguistic Notes
The word originates from the Latin humiliare, meaning “to make humble.”
It shares the root humilis, relating to “low” or “on the ground,” emphasizing the figurative lowering of pride or status.
Summary
The verb “humiliate” captures the emotional impact of being forced into a state of shame or loss of self-esteem in front of oneself or others.
Author’s summary: The word “humiliate” reflects an action that causes someone to lose dignity or feel deep shame through emotional or social lowering.
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