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IMMODEST

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearanceplay

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

indecent (offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearance)

Also:

indecent (offensive to good taste especially in sexual matters)

Attribute:

modestness; modesty (freedom from vanity or conceit)

Antonym:

modest (not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Having or showing an exaggerated opinion of your importance, ability, etcplay

Example:

brash immodest boasting

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

important (having or suggesting a consciousness of high position)

overweening; uppity (presumptuously arrogant)

Also:

domineering (tending to domineer)

proud (feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride)

disrespectful (exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous)

Antonym:

modest (marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself)

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