modest

adjective

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There are 2 syllables in the word modest.

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mod · est

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Definition of modest:

modest (adjective):: not ostentatious or pretentious; placing a moderate estimate on one's abilities or worth; marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself.

Synonyms for modest:

average

homely

humble

inexpensive

intermediate

low-cost

median

medium

middle

middling

midsized

moderate

ordinary

plain

reasonable

retiring

simple

small

typical

unassuming

unimposing

unostentatious

unpretentious

Antonyms for modest:

arrogant

big talking

big-headed

big-mouthed

bigheaded

boastful

bombastic

bragging

cocky

conceited

egotistic

egotistical

flashy

full of hot air

hifalutin

immodest

important

know-it-all

loudmouth

narcissistic

ostentatious

overbearing

overweening

phoney

phony

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