modesty
modesty Lexical Profile
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• noun
The quality of being unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's own abilities, achievements, or importance; freedom from vanity or boastfulness.
"Despite winning the prestigious international award, she accepted the praise with genuine modesty."
Behavior, manner, or dress intended to avoid impropriety, indecency, or the undue exposure of one's body.
"Visitors to the historic temple are asked to observe standards of modesty in their attire."
Simplicity, moderation, or limitation in size, amount, scale, or cost.
"The modesty of their household budget required careful planning before making any major purchases."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the mid-16th century from Middle French modestie, from Latin modestia ('moderation, sense of honor, correctness of conduct'), derived from modestus ('keeping due measure'), which is related to modus ('measure, manner, limit').