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- [mod-uh-stee]
- /ˈmɒd ə sti/
- /ˈmɒd.ɪ.sti/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mod-uh-stee]
- /ˈmɒd ə sti/
Definitions of modesty word
- noun plural modesty the quality of being modest; freedom from vanity, boastfulness, etc. 1
- noun plural modesty regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc. 1
- noun plural modesty simplicity; moderation. 1
- noun modesty The quality or state of being unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities. 1
- noun modesty person: lack of boastfulness 1
- noun modesty clothing, behaviour: propriety 1
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Origin of modesty
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
From the Latin word modestia, dating back to 1525-35. See modest, -y3
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Parts of speech for Modesty
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
modesty popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 87% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
modesty usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for modesty
noun modesty
- simplicity — the state, quality, or an instance of being simple.
- reticence — the state of being reticent, or reserved, especially with regard to speaking freely; restraint: His natural reticence seemed to disappear under the influence of alcohol.
- propriety — conformity to established standards of good or proper behavior or manners.
- purity — the condition or quality of being pure; freedom from anything that debases, contaminates, pollutes, etc.: the purity of drinking water.
- decency — Decency is the quality of following accepted moral standards.
Antonyms for modesty
noun modesty
- impropriety — the quality or condition of being improper; incorrectness.
- boldness — not hesitating or fearful in the face of actual or possible danger or rebuff; courageous and daring: a bold hero.
- arrogance — the quality or state of being arrogant; overbearing pride or self-importance
- braveness — possessing or exhibiting courage or courageous endurance.
- conceit — Conceit is very great pride in your abilities or achievements that other people feel is too great.
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