Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
modestia
noun
[mo-des-tee-ah]
Definition
A quality of not being overly proud or confident; humility.
Examples
- Her modestia prevented her from seeking the spotlight, even after her achievements.
- The athlete showed great modestia in accepting praise for the team’s victory.
- He spoke with modestia about his contributions to the project, allowing others to share the credit.
Meaning
Modestia refers to the state or condition of being modest, which often implies a lack of vanity, self-importance, or boastfulness.
Synonyms
- humility
- reticence
- reserve
- unpretentiousness