Meaning of the word "self effacing" in English
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self effacing
US /ˌself ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/
UK /ˌself ɪˈfeɪsɪŋ/
Adjective
not claiming attention for oneself; modest
Example:
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Despite her success, she remained a remarkably self-effacing person.
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His self-effacing humor made him popular with everyone.