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modest

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Entry Word: modest
Function: adjective
Meaning: 1 being about midway between extremes of amount or size <was awarded a modest pension when he retired> — see middle 2
2 free from any trace of the coarse or indecent <tended to wear more modest swimsuits> — see chaste
3 not comfortable around people <a modest winner who said a quick thank-you and promptly left the stage> — see shy 2
4 not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness <modest about her success in the fashion industry> — see humble 1

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