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Mod"est*ly, adv. In a modest
manner.

Mod"es*ty (?), n. [L. modestia:
cf. F. modestie. See Modest.] 1.
The quality or state of being modest; that lowly temper which
accompanies a moderate estimate of one's own worth and importance;
absence of self-assertion, arrogance, and presumption; humility
respecting one's own merit.

2. Natural delicacy or shame regarding
personal charms and the sexual relation; purity of thought and
manners; due regard for propriety in speech or action.

Her blush is guiltiness, not
modesty.

Modesty piece, a narrow piece of lace worn
by women over the bosom. [Obs.] Addison.

Syn. -- Bashfulness; humility; diffidence; shyness. See
Bashfulness, and Humility.

Mo*dic"i*ty (?), n. [LL.
modicitas; cf. F. modicité.] Moderateness;
smallness; meanness. [Obs.]

Mod"i*cum (?), n. [L., fr.
modicus moderate, fr.


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