| Id | ESLPod_0727_WE_1128 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 727 |
| Episode Title | Home Architectural Styles |
| Phrase | modest |
| Text | The word "modest," in this podcast, means without using a lot of money, or without drawing attention to one's wealth, power, or intelligence: "Despite her modest upbringing, she became a multi-millionaire as a powerful business executive." The word "modest" also means humble, or not talking about how good, intelligent, talented, or rich one is because one does not want other people to pay attention to it: "It's good to be modest, but if you're too modest your boss will never know how many contributions you make around here." The word "modest" can also refer to one's behavior and sense of decency, or what is right and appropriate: "Sienna is a very modest young woman who never wears short skirts or any shirts that are cut low in the front." |
| Topics | Daily Life | Home + Community |
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