Modest (adjective)

  1. Having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's own merits, importance, etc.
  2. Not large, excessive, or pretentious.
  3. Having or showing reserve or restraint in speech or behavior.

Origin:

Late latin modestus 'moderate, having moderate qualities', from latin modus 'measure, limit'.

Examples:

  1. She was always a modest person, never bragging about her achievements.
  2. The house was modest, but well-kept and comfortable.
  3. He had a modest salary, but lived comfortably within his means.
  4. She was modest in her dress, preferring simple, understated clothes.
  5. His proposal was modest, but it was enough to get the job done.
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