modesty
UK/'mɒdisti/US
C2
Definitions
n.
The quality of being humble and not overly proud of oneself; reserved and decent behaviour
谦逊；谦虚；端庄
Root Breakdown
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Common Collocations
- 1.display modesty展现谦虚
- 2.with modesty带着谦虚
- 3.false modesty虚伪的谦虚
- 4.genuine modesty真诚的谦虚
Example Sentences
- 1.
Her [modesty] prevented her from bragging about her academic achievements.
- 2.
The professor combined knowledge with [modesty] and approachability.