modesty

Definitions


[ˈmɒdɪsti], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the quality or state of being unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities
(e.g: with typical modesty he insisted on sharing the credit with others)

- the quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level
(e.g: the modesty of his political aspirations)

- behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency
(e.g: modesty forbade her to undress in front of so many people)


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definition by Oxford Dictionaries