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Humbly vs Modest - What's the difference?

humbly | modest |

As an adverb humbly

is in a humble manner.

As an adjective modest is

not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements, unpretentious, humble.

humbly

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a humble manner.

    • modest

    English

    Adjective

    (en-adj)
  • Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements, unpretentious, humble.
  • Small, moderate in size.
    • He earns a modest amount of money.
    Her latest novel was a modest success.
  • (especially of behaviour or clothing) Avoiding being sexually suggestive.

    • Synonyms

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    Antonyms

    * immodest

    Derived terms

    * modest proposal * modesty