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- Dictionarymodesty/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 Opposite
- 2. the quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level: "the modesty of his political aspirations" Similar Opposite
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MODESTY definition: 1. the quality of not talking about or not trying to make people notice your abilities and…. Learn more.
1. : 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: 1. not large in size or amount, or not expensive: 2. not usually talking about or making obvious…. Learn more.
the action of behaving or dressing so that you do not show your body or attract sexual attention. I wore a towel to preserve my modesty. Oxford Collocations Dictionary. the state of being not very large, expensive, important, etc. They tried to disguise the modesty of their achievements.
Modesty definition: the quality of being modest; freedom from vanity, boastfulness, etc.. See examples of MODESTY used in a sentence.
1. 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.
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023 How to use modesty in a sentence Both reek of false modesty , but Deen does appear jumpy and genuinely anxious at times.
having or showing regard for the decencies of behavior, speech, dress, etc.; decent: a modest neckline on a dress. Synonyms: virtuous, pure. Antonyms: coarse, bold. limited or moderate in amount, extent, etc.: a modest increase in salary. modest. / ˈmɒdɪst / adjective.
1. The state or quality of being moderate in the estimation of one's own abilities, accomplishments, or value. 2. Reserve or propriety in speech, dress, or behavior: Modesty prevented her from wearing that dress. 3. The state of being unostentatious or moderate in size, quantity, or range: the modesty of the room's furnishings.
Modesty definition: The state or quality of being moderate in the estimation of one's own abilities, accomplishments, or value.
