Modest
(adjective)
- Having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's own merits, importance, etc.
- Not large, excessive, or pretentious.
- Having or showing reserve or restraint in speech or behavior.
Origin:
Late latin modestus 'moderate, having moderate qualities', from latin modus 'measure, limit'.
Examples:
- She was always a modest person, never bragging about her achievements.
- The house was modest, but well-kept and comfortable.
- He had a modest salary, but lived comfortably within his means.
- She was modest in her dress, preferring simple, understated clothes.
- His proposal was modest, but it was enough to get the job done.