modest (Meaning)
modest (a)
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance
modest (s)
not large but sufficient in size or amount
free from pomp or affectation
low or inferior in station or quality
humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness
relatively moderate, limited, or small
modest (a.)
Restraining within due limits of propriety; not forward, bold, boastful, or presumptious; rather retiring than pushing one's self forward; not obstructive; as, a modest youth; a modest man.
Observing the proprieties of the sex; not unwomanly in act or bearing; free from undue familiarity, indecency, or lewdness; decent in speech and demeanor; -- said of a woman.
Evincing modestly in the actor, author, or speaker; not showing presumption; not excessive or extreme; moderate; as, a modest request; modest joy.
Synonyms & Antonyms of modest
modest Sentence Examples
- The modest cottage stood nestled among towering trees, its unpretentious charm exuding a sense of tranquility.
- She wore a modest dress that concealed her curves, radiating an air of both elegance and reserve.
- The modest scholar shunned the limelight, preferring to pursue his research in obscurity.
- Despite his extraordinary wealth, he maintained a modest lifestyle, prioritizing simplicity over extravagance.
- The painting depicted a modest landscape, featuring rolling hills and a winding river, evoking a sense of understated beauty.
- He possessed a modest income, but he lived comfortably and contentedly, appreciating the value of simplicity.
- The modest proposal aimed to address the social inequality without resorting to radical measures.
- The band's modest beginnings had laid the foundation for their eventual success.
- She had a modest upbringing, but her determination and hard work had paved the way for her to achieve great things.
- The modest garden bloomed with a vibrant array of colors, a testament to the beauty that can be found in the unassuming.
FAQs About the word modest
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself, not large but sufficient in size or amount, free from pomp or affectation, not offensive to sexual mo
moderate,average, median, middle, medium, middling, typical, intermediate, midsized,reasonable
special, excessive,excessive, uncommon, unusual, extreme, rare, uncommon, unusual, strange
The modest cottage stood nestled among towering trees, its unpretentious charm exuding a sense of tranquility.
She wore a modest dress that concealed her curves, radiating an air of both elegance and reserve.
The modest scholar shunned the limelight, preferring to pursue his research in obscurity.
Despite his extraordinary wealth, he maintained a modest lifestyle, prioritizing simplicity over extravagance.
