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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And as this student is discovering, the cultivation of charity, modesty, and empathy are necessary for success.
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Rich Marano exemplified a life of simple truths: family, faith, honesty, modesty.
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The very modesty of its limits is the key to its appeal.
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That kind of modesty pretty much pervades a conversation with Mr. White, who downplays his gift.
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The evolution of the bathing suit has reflected society's attitude towards swimming, outdoor living, modesty and sensuality.
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The 67-year-old producer, whose talent belies his modesty and lack of ego, is retiring from the Goodman.
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Women and men traditionally pray separately in mosques for reasons of modesty.
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At that wedding, the bride, Ethel Chertkof, wore a gown made of champagne silk that, according to the dictates of modesty required by her faith, had a hem that hit below the knee.
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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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