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Modesty
01
modestie
he quality of not being too proud or boastful about one's abilities or achievements, and not drawing too much attention to oneself
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modestie
formality and propriety of manner
Exemple
Despite their modesty, the team captain couldn't help but brag a bit about the team's recent winning streak.
Her big behavior after winning the award was a stark contrast to her usual modesty.
Sarah's modesty often leads her to sell her artistic talent short, not realizing how exceptional her work truly is.
Despite his affectation of modesty, it was obvious he was deeply proud of his achievements.
She wore a prim floral dress with a matching cardigan, projecting an image of modesty and propriety.
