Modest

adjective

/ˈmɑdəst/

Word Frequency: 12.4

Definitions

1.adjectiveNot bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.

2.adjectiveSmall, moderate in size.

"He earns a modest amount of money."

3.adjectivePure and delicate from a sense of propriety.

"modest thoughts or language"

4.adjective(especially of behaviour or clothing) Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.

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