modestly

🇺🇸 /ˈmɑːdɪstli/ 🇬🇧 /ˈmɒdɪstli/
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adverb
R

in a way that is not too much or too big

The restaurant offers modestly priced meals that are affordable for everyone.

这家餐厅提供价格适中的餐点,人人都能负担得起。

R

in a way that doesn't brag or show off

She modestly accepted the award, giving credit to her team instead of herself.

她谦逊地接受了奖项,将功劳归于团队而非自己。

R

in a way that covers the body and doesn't draw attention

She always dresses modestly, choosing clothes that are comfortable and not too revealing.

她总是穿着得体,选择舒适且不过于暴露的衣服。

translation

adv. 适度地, 谦虚地, 得体地