modest

modest (3) Venus statue.

Meaning

Adjective

  • Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.
  • Small, moderate in size.
  • Pure and delicate from a sense of propriety.
  • (especially of behaviour or clothing) Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.

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Origin

  • From Middle French modeste, from Latin modestus

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