MODEST


Meaning of MODEST in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈmɔdɪst ]

adj. 1 having or expressing a humble or moderate estimate of one's own merits or achievements. 2 diffident, bashful, retiring. 3 decorous in manner and conduct. 4 moderate or restrained in amount, extent, severity, etc.; not excessive or exaggerated (a modest sum). 5 (of a thing) unpretentious in appearance etc. øømodestly adv. [F modeste f. L modestus keeping due measure]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.