noun as in strong fondness

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modesty, humility

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Example Sentences

Example:Mr. Smith, known for his understated personality, always maintained a sense of modesty and never let his overweening colleagues intimidate him.

Definition:A modest state of mind; respect for what is due to others; the opposite of overweeningness, characterized by a lack of excessive pride or self-importance.

From modesty

Example:The humility in her demeanor was a stark contrast to the overweening arrogance of some of her colleagues.

Definition:The quality of being humble, which is the opposite of overweeningness, involving a modest or low estimation of one's importance or accomplishments.

From humility