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Modesty
01
he quality of not being too proud or boastful about one's abilities or achievements, and not drawing too much attention to oneself
Examples
Despite winning the award, she showed great modesty in her acceptance speech.
His modesty prevented him from boasting about his success in front of others.
02
formality and propriety of manner
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immodesty
modesty
modest
