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modest

/ˈmɑdəst/

adjective

Meaning

  • Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.

  • Small, moderate in size.

    "He earns a modest amount of money."

  • Pure and delicate from a sense of propriety.

    "modest thoughts or language"

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