modest
скромный
not showing off
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modest with Russian translation
modest usage examples
Её скромный ответ заставил всех ещё больше восхищаться ею.
Her modest reply made everyone admire her more.
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modest belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
modest synonyms
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Highlights deliberate downplaying of one's achievements or importance; often conveys humility as a virtue.
A self-effacing leader, she always praised her team's work first.
Emphasizes lack of ostentation or affectation in demeanour, style, or possessions.
They run an unpretentious café that feels very welcoming.
Focuses on being low-profile and not attracting attention; more about being unnoticeable than humble per se.
Her unobtrusive manner helped the meeting run smoothly.
Informal; means restrained, quiet, not showy — often used about events, personalities or reactions.
They had a low-key celebration with close friends.
Implies social timidity or nervousness around others rather than a deliberate modest stance.
He is shy at parties and often stays in the corner.
Describes a person who is emotionally restrained or quiet rather than openly modest about achievements.
She is reserved and doesn't share personal details easily.
Suggests modest, reserved behaviour or dress, often with a slightly old-fashioned or feminine tone.
She wore a demure dress to the ceremony.
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How is modest different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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Questions about this word
modest meaning: what does it mean?
not showing off
modest pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
modest is pronounced as /ˈmɒdɪst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
modest definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Her modest reply made everyone admire her more. Translation: Её скромный ответ заставил всех ещё больше восхищаться ею.
Is modest part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
Yes, modest (скромный) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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