MODESTY


Meaning of MODESTY in English

/mod"euh stee/ , n. , pl. modesties .

1. the quality of being modest; freedom from vanity, boastfulness, etc.

2. regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc.

3. simplicity; moderation.

[ 1525-35; modestia. See MODEST, -Y 3 ]

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