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- [mod-ist]
- /ˈmɒd ɪst/
- /ˈmɒd.ɪst/
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- [mod-ist]
- /ˈmɒd ɪst/
Definitions of modestly word
- adjective modestly having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's merits, importance, etc.; free from vanity, egotism, boastfulness, or great pretensions. 1
- adjective modestly free from ostentation or showy extravagance: a modest house. 1
- adjective modestly having or showing regard for the decencies of behavior, speech, dress, etc.; decent: a modest neckline on a dress. 1
- adjective modestly limited or moderate in amount, extent, etc.: a modest increase in salary. 1
- noun modestly In a modest manner. 1
- adverb modestly without arrogance 1
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Origin of modestly
First appearance:
before 1555 One of the 31% oldest English words
1555-65; < Latin modestus restrained, decorous, equivalent to modes- (stem of *modus, an s-stem akin to modus mode1, perhaps < *medos, with the vowel of modus; compare moderārī to moderate, from the same noun stem) + -tus adj. suffix
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Parts of speech for Modestly
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verb
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preposition
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modestly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for modestly
adv modestly
- quietly — making no noise or sound, especially no disturbing sound: quiet neighbors.
- simply — in a simple manner; clearly and easily.
- plainly — clear or distinct to the eye or ear: a plain trail to the river; to stand in plain view.
- humbly — not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful.
- purely — entirely; completely.
adverb modestly
- self-effacement — the act or fact of keeping oneself in the background, as in humility.
- discreetly — judicious in one's conduct or speech, especially with regard to respecting privacy or maintaining silence about something of a delicate nature; prudent; circumspect.
- assertive — Someone who is assertive states their needs and opinions clearly, so that people take notice.
- bashfully — In a bashful manner.
- acceptably — capable or worthy of being accepted.
Antonyms for modestly
adv modestly
- boldly — not hesitating or fearful in the face of actual or possible danger or rebuff; courageous and daring: a bold hero.
- boastfully — given to or characterized by boasting.
- immodestly — not modest in conduct, utterance, etc.; indecent; shameless.
- pretentiously — characterized by assumption of dignity or importance, especially when exaggerated or undeserved: a pretentious, self-important waiter.
adverb modestly
- arrogantly — making claims or pretensions to superior importance or rights; overbearingly assuming; insolently proud: an arrogant public official.
- excessively — To a greater degree or in greater amounts than is necessary, normal, or desirable; inordinately.
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