self-effacing (Meaning)

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self-effacing (s)

reluctant to draw attention to yourself

The self-effacing student declined to take credit for the group project's success.
Known for her self-effacing nature, the doctor always deflected praise to her team.
Despite his accomplishments, the self-effacing executive remained humble and unassuming.
The politician's self-effacing demeanor endeared him to voters who appreciated his lack of ego.
The self-effacing artist preferred to showcase her work anonymously, valuing the art over personal recognition.
The CEO remained self-effacing throughout the company's rapid growth, ensuring that employees felt valued.
The teacher's self-effacing approach empowered students to take ownership of their learning.
The self-effacing leader deflected attention from herself, instead highlighting the contributions of her team.
The self-effacing coach always put her players' needs ahead of her own, fostering a positive and supportive environment.
The self-effacing humanitarian dedicated her life to serving others, never seeking the limelight or personal glory.

reluctant to draw attention to yourself

bashful, shy,withdrawn, retiring, demure, embarrassed, lone,modest, backward, coy

immodest, companionable, sociable, outgoing, sociable, extroverted, extraverted, immodest, extroverted, social

The self-effacing student declined to take credit for the group project's success.

Known for her self-effacing nature, the doctor always deflected praise to her team.

Despite his accomplishments, the self-effacing executive remained humble and unassuming.

The politician's self-effacing demeanor endeared him to voters who appreciated his lack of ego.