modest

CEFRB2

/ˈmɑdəst/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Not large, expensive, or extreme; also not showing off.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Pure and delicate from a sense of propriety.

Examples

  • The union was modest in its wage demands.

  • Generally speaking, Japanese women are modest.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Small, moderate in size.

  2. Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.

  3. Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.

More examples

In context

  • He earns a modest amount of money.

  • Her latest novel was a modest success.

  • modest thoughts or language

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Origin

adjective

From Middle French modeste, from Latin modestus.