Words Like MODESTY

We have put together a list of words that are similar to MODESTY.

9 Alternative Words Similar to modesty

1 Reserve Noun      Synonym Words Like Reserve
2 Correctitude Noun      Synonym Words Like Correctitude
3 Properness Noun      Synonym Words Like Properness
4 Propriety Noun      Synonym Words Like Propriety
5 Prudishness Noun      Hyponym
6 Primness Noun      Hyponym
7 Grundyism Noun      Hyponym
8 Prudery Noun      Hyponym
9 Demureness Noun      Hyponym Words Like Demureness

10 definitions of modesty

1 The quality or state of being modest; that lowly temper which accompanies a moderate estimate of one's own worth and importance; absence of self-assertion, arrogance, and presumption; humility respecting one's own merit.
2 Natural delicacy or shame regarding personal charms and the sexual relation; purity of thought and manners; due regard for propriety in speech or action.
3 freedom from vanity or conceit
4 formality and propriety of manner
5 The state or quality of being modest.
6 Reserve or propriety in speech, dress, or behavior.
7 Lack of pretentiousness; simplicity.
8 The quality of being modest; moderation; freedom from exaggeration or excess.
9 Retiring disposition or demeanor; disinclination to presumption, ostentation, or self-assertion; unobtrusiveness; reserve proceeding from absence of over-confidence or self-esteem.
10 Decorous feeling or behavior; purity or delicacy of thought or manner; reserve proceeding from pure or chaste character.
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