Definition of modesty
1 : the quality of not being too proud or confident about yourself or your abilities She accepted the award with modesty.
2 : propriety in dress, speech, or conduct The young man was known for his modesty.
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Examples of modesty in a Sentence
She accepted the award with modesty.
He is known for his modesty, an uncommon characteristic for a politician.
There was no false modesty in her victory speech.
the modesty of her clothing
Recent Examples of modesty from the Web
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In particular, concerns arose over the modesty of schoolgirls.
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Albrecht, the nobleman who deceives her, was played by Alban Lendorf, a Danish dancer of gorgeous modesty who is also not given to overemoting.
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Before Pope Francis and President Donald Trump traded gifts during their Vatican meeting, the two leaders had traded barbs, during the 2016 U.S. Presidential election, over Trump's immigration plan and Pope Francis' frugal modesty.
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Femininity remains inextricably entwined with notions of modesty.
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The humble assessment was in keeping with his season, which has been filled not only with goals and assists but modesty.
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Obama seemed to doubt that America has much to teach the world, beyond post-Iraq modesty — herewith his Wilsonian dimension — and the power of diplomacy’s soft power to tame the world.
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Mr. Ozawa is a beloved figure, known more for his modesty, preparation and smiling-hippie looks than for breaking batons.
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People could learn a thing or two about modesty from you.
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First Known Use of modesty
1531
MODESTY Defined for English Language Learners
modesty
playDefinition of modesty for English Language Learners
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: the quality of not being too proud or confident about yourself or your abilities
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: the quality of behaving and especially dressing in ways that do not attract sexual attention
MODESTY Defined for Kids
modesty
playDefinition of modesty for Students
: the quality of being decent or not boastful
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