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modesty

[ mod-uh-stee ]

noun

plural modesties.
  1. the quality of being modest; freedom from vanity, boastfulness, etc.
  2. regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
  3. simplicity; moderation.

modesty

/ ˈɒɪɪ /

noun

  1. the quality or condition of being modest
  2. modifier designed to prevent inadvertent exposure of part of the body

    a modesty flap

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of modesty1

From the Latin word modestia, dating back to 1525–35. See modest, -y 3

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