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    Modestement (en. Modestly)

    /mɔ.dɛs.tə.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    In a humble or reserved manner.
    He modestly acknowledged his mistakes.
    Il a modestement reconnu ses erreurs.
    Without pretension or vanity.
    She modestly accepted the compliment.
    Elle a modestement accepté le compliment.
    With reserve and simplicity.
    They live modestly, without luxury.
    Ils vivent modestement, sans luxe.

    Etymology

    Formed from the adjective 'modest' and the suffix '-ly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    speaking modestly
    Concerning modesty.
    modestement parlant

    Related Words

    modest
    One who presents little or no pretension.
    modeste
    moderation
    State of balanced behavior, neither excessive nor insufficient.
    modération
    humility
    Quality of someone who does not brag about their qualities.
    humilité

    Slang Meanings

    To be humble in one's successes.
    He always remains modest, even after winning the award.
    Il reste toujours modeste, même après avoir gagné le prix.
    Not trying to draw attention to oneself.
    She dresses modestly to avoid drawing attention.
    Elle s'habille modestement pour ne pas attirer l'attention.