modestness

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A noun referring to the quality of being moderate, unassuming, or not excessive, often in terms of behavior, appearance, or cost.

• 🇵🇹Substantivo que designa a qualidade de ser moderado, humilde ou não excessivo, frequentemente em relação ao comportamento, à aparência ou ao custo.

1. Moderate in price or expenditure B2 formal

   The quality of being reasonably priced or not spending excessively.

   • The modestness of the hotel's rates attracted many budget travelers.
   • His modestness in spending allowed him to save for retirement.
   • The restaurant's modestness was reflected in its affordable menu.

   🇵🇹Modéstia

   Sinônimos: frugalityinexpensivenessmoderatenessmodestyreasonableness

   Antônimos: excessextravagancelavishnessluxuryprofligacywastefulness

2. Freedom from vanity or conceit B2 formal

   The quality of not being overly proud or boastful about one's abilities or achievements.

   • Her modestness about her academic achievements was refreshing.
   • Despite his fame, he is known for his modestness and humility.
   • The leader's modestness earned him the respect of his team.

   🇵🇹Modéstia

   Sinônimos: diffidencehumblenesshumilitylowlinessmeeknessmodestyself-effacementunpretentiousness

   Antônimos: arroganceboastfulnessconceitegotismhaughtinesshubrispretentiousnessprideself-importancevanity

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