mod·est
/ˈmädəst/
adjective
- unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements."he was a very modest man, refusing to take any credit for the enterprise"synonyms: self-effacing, self-deprecating, humble, unpretentious, unassuming, unpresuming, unostentatious, low-key, free from vanity, shy, bashful, self-conscious, diffident, timid, reserved, retiring, media-shy, reticent, quiet, coy, embarrassed, shamefaced, blushing, fearful, meek, docile, mild, apologetic, mim
- (of an amount, rate, or level) relatively moderate, limited, or small."drink modest amounts of alcohol"synonyms: moderate, fair, tolerable, passable, adequate, satisfactory, acceptable, unexceptional, small, light, limited, scanty, skimpy, frugal, meager, sparse
- dressing or behaving so as to avoid impropriety or indecency, especially to avoid attracting sexual attention (typically used of a woman)."the modest women wear long-sleeved dresses and all but cover their faces"
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While modesty is a good thing, judging someone for how they dress and failing to love them will not bring them closer to Christ.
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