natural modesty

Frequency: 6.59.2 per million words

Refers to modesty that is inherent and not feigned.

modestyADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

natural

Examples (10)

  • His natural modesty prevented him from bragging about his accomplishments.
  • Despite her immense talent, she always displayed a charming natural modesty.
  • It was her natural modesty that made her so endearing to everyone.
  • She spoke about her success with such natural modesty that no one felt jealous.
  • The young artist's natural modesty stood in stark contrast to his bold paintings.
  • His demeanour was marked by an inherent natural modesty, a rare trait in that competitive field.
  • Even after receiving numerous awards, he maintained his natural modesty and humility.
  • Her quiet confidence was coupled with an appealing natural modesty.
  • The director appreciated her natural modesty when she downplayed her significant contribution.
  • A person with natural modesty often shies away from public praise.