self-deprecating Synonyms

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conscious of your own shortcomings

The comedian's self-deprecating humor poked fun at his own foibles, endearing him to the audience.
She had a self-deprecating way of describing herself, often understating her accomplishments.
His self-deprecating smile betrayed a hint of insecurity beneath his jovial exterior.
Despite his success, he remained humble and self-deprecating, never forgetting his roots.
The speaker's self-deprecating jokes lightened the mood of the conference.
Her self-deprecating confession about her love for reality television made her friends laugh out loud.
The politician used self-deprecating anecdotes to connect with voters on a personal level.
His self-deprecating nature made him a likeable and approachable colleague.
She employed a subtle form of self-deprecating charm to deflect attention from her own accomplishments.
The interviewee's self-deprecating comments revealed a healthy sense of self-awareness and a lack of arrogance.

conscious of your own shortcomings

meek,humble, acquiescent, modest, resigned, submissive, self-effacing, unassertive, unassuming,self-deprecatory

confident, cocky, cocksure, cheeky, bold,aggressive, impudent, cocky, forward, assertive

The comedian's self-deprecating humor poked fun at his own foibles, endearing him to the audience.

She had a self-deprecating way of describing herself, often understating her accomplishments.

His self-deprecating smile betrayed a hint of insecurity beneath his jovial exterior.

Despite his success, he remained humble and self-deprecating, never forgetting his roots.