[ˈmɒdɪstli], (Adverb)

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- in an unassuming manner; without vanity or arrogance
(e.g: he modestly shrugged off the tributes from his manager)

- to a relatively moderate or small degree
(e.g: sales and profits have grown modestly in recent years)

- so as to avoid impropriety or indecency
(e.g: women are expected to dress modestly)


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