Modestly: meaning, definitions and examples
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modestly
[ ˈmɒdɪstli ]
describing an action
In a way that is not boastful or overly proud; with humility or reserve.
Synonyms
humbly, quietly, unpretentiously
Examples of usage
- She modestly accepted the compliment.
- He modestly downplayed his role in the project.
- They modestly declined the offer.
describing a manner of dressing
In a way that is not showy or revealing; with a sense of propriety.
Synonyms
conservatively, decently, moderately
Examples of usage
- She dressed modestly for the job interview.
- He presented himself modestly at the formal event.
- The students were asked to dress modestly for the school assembly.
Translations
Translations of the word "modestly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 modestamente
🇮🇳 विनम्रता से
🇩🇪 bescheiden
🇮🇩 dengan rendah hati
🇺🇦 скромно
🇵🇱 skromnie
🇯🇵 控えめに (hikaeme ni)
🇫🇷 modestement
🇪🇸 modestamente
🇹🇷 mütevazı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 겸손하게 (gyeomsonhage)
🇸🇦 بتواضع (betoadee)
🇨🇿 skromně
🇸🇰 skromne
🇨🇳 谦虚地 (qiānxū de)
🇸🇮 skromno
🇮🇸 hógværlega
🇰🇿 қарапайым түрде
🇬🇪 მორიდებულად
🇦🇿 təvazökarlıqla
🇲🇽 modestamente
Word origin
The word 'modestly' comes from the Middle English word 'modestli', which is derived from the Old French word 'modeste'. The root of the word can be traced back to the Latin word 'modestus', meaning 'keeping within measure' or 'moderate'. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass the meanings of humility, propriety, and simplicity.
See also: immodestly, modesty.