| 单词 | modest |
| 释义 | modest —modest /ˈmɒd.ɪst/ aep /ˈmɑː.dɪst/ adjective (NOT LARGE) ► B2 not large in size or amount, or not expensive: » They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth.» There has been a modest improvement/recovery in housing conditions for the poor.» The party made modest gains in the elections, but nothing like the huge gains that were predicted.» Just a modest portion for me, please.Thesaurus+: ↑Small , ↑Extremely smallThesaurus+: ↑Costing or worth little or no moneyThesaurus+: ↑Small in number and quantitymodestly /-li/ adverb► C1» At just £9, the DVD is very modestly priced.» She was dressed modestly.Thesaurus+: ↑Costing or worth little or no moneyThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worriedThesaurus+: ↑The style, appearance, and make-up of clothesThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worried • • • Extra Examples:» The average cost of a full three-course meal - appetizer, main course and dessert - including tip and a modest wine is about $25.» There was a modest rise in high-street spending last month.» The car has enjoyed modest success since its launch, but the Mark 2 version is expected to be far more popular.» We consumed a modest amount of food.» His earnings were fairly modest.adjective APPROVING (QUIETLY SUCCESSFUL) ► C1 not usually talking about or making obvious your own abilities and achievements: » He's very modest about his achievements.Thesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worriedmodestly /-li/ adverb► C1» At just £9, the DVD is very modestly priced.» She was dressed modestly.Thesaurus+: ↑Costing or worth little or no moneyThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worriedThesaurus+: ↑The style, appearance, and make-up of clothesThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worried adjective OLD-FASHIONED (CLOTHES/BEHAVIOUR) ► F0 describes something, such as a woman's clothes or behaviour, that is intended to avoid attracting sexual interest: » a modest walk/mannerThesaurus+: ↑The style, appearance, and make-up of clothesThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worriedmodestly /-li/ adverb► C1» At just £9, the DVD is very modestly priced.» She was dressed modestly.Thesaurus+: ↑Costing or worth little or no moneyThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worriedThesaurus+: ↑The style, appearance, and make-up of clothesThesaurus+: ↑Shy and modest , ↑Anxious and worried |
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