| 词汇 | modest |
| 释义 | modest adjective uk /ˈmɒd.ɪst/ us /ˈmɑː.dɪst/ modestadjective (NOT LARGE)B2 not large in size or amount, or not expensive: 不大（或多、贵）的；适中的 They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth.就他们拥有的财富而言，他们的住所不大。 There has been a modest improvement/recovery in housing conditions for the poor.穷人的住房条件有了些许改善。 The party made modest gains in the elections, but nothing like the huge gains that were predicted.这一党派在选举中取得一定成绩，但和预期的巨大收获相差甚远。 Just a modest portion for me, please.我只要一小份就好，谢谢。 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.上个月购物支出略有增长。 The car has enjoyed modest success since its launch, but the Mark 2 version is expected to be far more popular.这款汽车自推出以来受欢迎程度不是很高，不过预计2型车会好很多。 We consumed a modest amount of food. His earnings were fairly modest. Small baby bijou bite-sized claustrophobically compactly dwarf elfin midget miniaturized missy modestly no/not enough room to swing a catidiom on the large, small, etc. sideidiom S, s sampler scaled-down scrubby shoe box shrunken wee You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: Costing little or no money Small in number and quantity modestadjective (QUIETLY SUCCESSFUL)C1approving not usually talking about or making obvious your own abilities and achievements: 谦虚的，谦逊的 modest aboutHe's very modest about his achievements.他对自己的成就很谦虚。 Shy and modest aw shucks backward bashful bashfully bashfulness humility inadequacy inadequate indoorsiness indoorsy reticence reticently retiring self-conscious self-consciously shyly shyness unassuming wallflower withdrawn modestadjective (CLOTHES/BEHAVIOUR)used to describe something, such as someone's clothes or behaviour, that is intended to avoid attracting sexual interest: a modest walk/manner端庄的步态／举止 modest clothingThe actresses must wear the hijab and modest clothing at all times on stage. modest dressModest dress is recommended when visiting the pilgrimage site. She dresses according to modest Orthodox tradition, in a long skirt, long-sleeved jacket, and a hat to cover her hair. Style & appearance of clothes aesthetic alterable anti-fur Aran backless floor-length flouncy foppishly form-fitting French tuck ready-to-wear reversible ribbed ribby ruche voluminous voluminously voop neck waisted washable You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: Shy and modest Related wordmodestly modest | American Dictionarymodest adjective us/ˈmɑd·ɪst/ modestadjective (NOT LARGE)not large in size or amount, or not great in value: a modest increase in salary a modest house modestadjective (QUIETLY SUCCESSFUL)tending not to talk about or make obvious your own abilities and achievements: Although an outstanding scientist, he’s a modest man. modestadjective (CORRECT)(of behavior and clothes) correct or socially acceptable, representing traditional cultural values modest | Business Englishmodest adjective uk /ˈmɒdɪst/us not large in size or amount, or not expensive: modest amount/budget/profitWe have a fairly modest budget, considering our oil wealth. modest rise/increase/improvementThere has been a modest improvement in housing conditions. The company made modest gains in the marketplace. modestlyadverb Modestly priced electronics attract consumers year-round. |
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