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   modesty

   /ˈmɒdɪsti/

   noun

   • 1. the quality or state of being unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities: "with typical modesty he insisted on sharing the credit with others" Similar self-effacementhumilitylack of vanitylack of pretensionunpretentiousnessshynessbashfulnessself-consciousnessreservereticencetimiditymeeknessOpposite boastfulness
   • 2. the quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level: "the modesty of his political aspirations" Similar limited scopemoderationfairnessacceptabilitysmallnessOpposite grandeur
   • 3. behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency: "modesty forbade her to undress in front of so many people" Similar unpretentiousnesssimplicityplainnesslack of pretensioninexpensivenesslack of extravagancedecorumdecorousnessdecencyseemlinessdemurenesssobrietyseveritycoynessproprietydiscreetnessdelicacychastenessvirtueOpposite grandeurimmodestyflamboyance

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMODESTY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Modesty is the quality of not talking about or not trying to make people notice your abilities and achievements, or the quality of dressing or behaving in a way that is intended to avoid attracting sexual interest. Learn more about modesty with synonyms, related words, and translations.

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     MODESTY meaning: 1. the quality of not talking about or not...

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     MODESTY translate: تَواضُع. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › modestyModesty Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of MODESTY is the quality of not being too proud or confident about yourself or your abilities. How to use modesty in a sentence.

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5. www.dictionary.com › browse › modestyMODESTY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Modesty is the quality of being modest, or free from vanity, boastfulness, etc. It also means regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc. Learn more about the origin, usage and synonyms of modesty from Dictionary.com.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMODESTY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Modesty is the quality or condition of being modest, or avoiding boastfulness, excesses, or sexual exposure. Learn the synonyms, pronunciation, and usage of modesty with sentences and quotations.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMODEST | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   not large in size or amount, or not expensive: modest amount/budget/profitWe have a fairly modest budget, considering our oil wealth. modest rise/increase/improvementThere has been a modest improvement in housing conditions. The company made modest gains in the marketplace.

8. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › modestModest Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. 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.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of modesty – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Modesty is the quality of not talking too much or too proudly about your skills or successes. Learn more about this word and see how it is translated in different languages.