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modestly

UK
/ˈmɒd.əst.li/
US
/ˈmɑː.dəst.li/

Translations

modestlyadverb
UK
/ˈmɒd.əst.li/
US
/ˈmɑː.dəst.li/
modestementAvec modestie ; sans ostentation.
She modestly accepted the award, giving credit to her team.
Elle a modestement accepté le prix en rendant hommage à son équipe.
Additional translations
modérémentPour indiquer un degré limité ou non excessif.
Synonyms
humblely
unassumingly
reservedly
moderately
meekly

Definitions

modestlyadverb
In a way that is not boastful or arrogant; with humility.
She modestly accepted the award, giving credit to her team.
In a manner that is moderate or not excessive.
He modestly increased his savings each month.
In a way that is not showy or ostentatious; simply.
The house was modestly decorated for the holidays.
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