adv
modestly
adv
1
In a humble, unassuming manner.
"She modestly credited her team for the success."
2
To a small or moderate degree.
"Sales increased modestly over the previous year."
How to Use Modestly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither humbly, or only slightly/moderately.
Word Forms
more modestly comparative, most modestly superlative
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