MODESTY | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Modesty

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈmɒdɪsti
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the quality or state of being unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities

Short Definition:

quality or state of being unassuming in estimation of one's abilities

Examples:
  • with typical modesty he insisted on sharing the credit with others
Definition:

the quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level

Short Definition:

quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount or level

Examples:
  • the modesty of his political aspirations
Definition:

behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency

Short Definition:

behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency

Examples:
  • modesty forbade her to undress in front of so many people

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