modestly

• Adverb, das bedeutet 'bescheiden, anspruchslos oder mäßig'. Es beschreibt Handlungen oder Verhalten, die nicht prahlerisch, übertrieben oder auffällig sind, und impliziert oft Zurückhaltung oder Einfachheit.

An adverb meaning 'in a humble, unassuming, or moderate manner.' It describes actions or behaviors that are not boastful, excessive, or showy, often implying a sense of restraint or simplicity.

1. In a humble mannerB2formal

   In a way that does not show excessive pride or self-importance.

   bescheiden

   • She modestly accepted the award, thanking her team.
   • He spoke modestly about his achievements.
   • They modestly declined the praise, saying it was a group effort.

   Synonymehumblymeeklyunassuminglyunpretentiously

   Antonymearrogantlyboastfullyconceitedlyhaughtilyostentatiouslypretentiouslyproudlyvainly

2. In a simple or unpretentious wayB2formal

   In a way that is not showy, extravagant, or luxurious.

   schlicht

   • They live modestly in a small apartment.
   • She dressed modestly for the formal event.
   • The family celebrated modestly at home.

   Synonymehumblyplainlysimplyunassuminglyunpretentiously

   Antonymeextravagantlyflamboyantlygrandlylavishlyluxuriouslyostentatiouslypretentiouslyshowily

3. To a moderate degreeB2formal

   To a limited or moderate extent; not extremely.

   Mäßig

   • The company's profits grew modestly this quarter.
   • Prices have increased modestly over the past year.
   • The temperature rose modestly throughout the day.

   Synonymefairlymoderatelypassablyratherreasonablyslightlysomewhattolerably

   Antonymeexcessivelyextremelygreatlyhugelyimmoderatelyvastly