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Bookmark or Share- MODESTY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary1. uncountable noun. Someone who shows modesty does not talk much about their abilities or achievements . [approval] His modesty does him credit, for the food he produces speaks for itself. He plays the character with tremendous concentration combined with a pleasing modesty. Synonyms: reserve, decency, humility, shyness More Synonyms of modesty.
- MODESTY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionarymodesty noun [U] (CLOTHES/BEHAVIOUR) old-fashioned. the quality, in women, of dressing or behaving in a way that is intended to avoid attracting sexual interest. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. (Definition of modesty from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
- Modesty Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster1. : the quality of not being too proud or confident about yourself or your abilities. She accepted the award with modesty. 2. : propriety in dress, speech, or conduct. The young man was known for his modesty. Synonyms. demureness. down-to-earthness. humbleness. humility. lowliness. meekness. See all Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus.
- Modest Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster1. a. : placing a moderate estimate on one's abilities or worth. b. : neither bold nor self-assertive : tending toward diffidence. 2. : arising from or characteristic of a modest nature. 3. : observing the proprieties of dress and behavior : decent. 4. a. : limited in size, amount, or scope. a family of modest means. b. : unpretentious.
- MODESTY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's DictionaryMODESTY definition: the quality of not talking too much or too proudly about your skills or successes. Learn more.
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