overmodest in a sentence
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Definition
Overmodest: excessively modest or self-effacing, to the point of underrepresenting one's abilities or accomplishments.
Crossword clues for overmodest
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "overmodest".
- Too humble for their own good
- Excessively self-effacing in attitude
- Underrating one's own talents
- Being overly shy about achievements
- Excessive modesty can hinder success
Overmodest sentence examples
- Her overmodest demeanor often led others to underestimate her true capabilities.
- Despite his achievements, he remained overmodest, downplaying his contributions to the team's success.
- It was refreshing to meet someone so talented yet so overmodest about their skills.
- Her overmodest reaction to the compliment left everyone in the room feeling a bit awkward.
- In a world that often celebrates boastfulness, his overmodest attitude was both charming and disarming.