the quality or state of being unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities
谦虚,谦逊,谦恭
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with typical modesty he insisted on sharing the credit with others. 他很谦虚,坚持与他人分享荣誉。
the quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level
适中,适度;有限;少量
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the modesty of his political aspirations. 他不大的政治抱负。
behaviour, manner, or appearance intended to avoid impropriety or indecency
端庄;得体;正派
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modesty forbade her to undress in front of so many people. 矜持使得她不会当着这么多人的面脱衣服。