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modesty

UK
/ˈmɒd.ɪ.sti/
US
/ˈmɑː.dɪ.sti/

Traduzioni

modestynoun
modesties
pl
Her modesty was evident in the way she accepted the award.
Ее скромность была очевидна в том, как она приняла награду.
He approached the project with modesty, ensuring not to overpromise.
Он подошел к проекту с умеренностью, стараясь не давать лишних обещаний.
Traduzioni aggiuntive
порядочность
сдержанность
Sinonimi
meekness
self-effacement
unpretentiousness
decency
reserve
humility
Contrari
pride
immodesty
modestyadjective
UK
/ˈmɒd.ɪ.sti/
US
/ˈmɑː.dɪ.sti/
Used attributively before a noun, e.g., "modesty panel".

Definizioni

modestynoun
The quality or state of being unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities.
Her modesty prevented her from bragging about her achievements.
The quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level.
The modesty of the budget meant that the project had to be scaled down.
Behavior, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency.
She dressed with modesty, choosing clothes that were both stylish and appropriate.
modestyadjective
Attributive. Designating something intended to preserve decency or to conceal parts of the body.
The desk includes a modesty panel to hide cables and legs.
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