Simple meaning
What does Modest mean?
Modest means not showing off.
Dictionary definition
Not bragging about yourself, and showing simple, respectful confidence.
Example sentences
Modest in a sentence
easy
She stayed modest after winning the contest.
medium
A modest answer thanked the whole team.
hard
Modest leaders share credit and keep learning.
Synonyms
Words like Modest
humbleUse when someone avoids bragging.
unassumingUse when someone is simple and not showy.
Antonyms
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Modest word family
Base word
modest
noun
modesty
The quality of being modest.
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Practice 1
What does modest mean?
Modest people stay respectful and avoid showing off.
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