Meaning of the word modesty in English
What does modesty mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
modesty
US /ˈmɑː.dɪ.sti/
UK /ˈmɑː.dɪ.sti/
Noun
1.
the quality of not talking about or not trying to make people notice your abilities and achievements:
Example:
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She does a lot of work for charities, but her modesty forbids her from talking about it.
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