Looking for the meaning of the word MODESTLY in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of MODESTLY with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Modestly
Speech Type: Adverb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈmɒdɪstli
Dialects: British English
Definition:
in an unassuming manner; without vanity or arrogance
Short Definition:in unassuming manner
Examples:- he modestly shrugged off the tributes from his manager
Definition:
to a relatively moderate or small degree
Short Definition:to relatively moderate or small degree
Examples:- sales and profits have grown modestly in recent years
Definition:
so as to avoid impropriety or indecency
Short Definition:so as to avoid impropriety or indecency
Examples:- women are expected to dress modestly
- he modestly covered his eyes
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