Word: modestly
Part of speech: Adverb
Syllables: mod
est
ly
Definition: In a modest manner; marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
Morphemes:
Affix: modest
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: modestus
Language: la
Decoded: modestus
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: modest, reserved, discreet
Affix: -ly
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adverbs from adjectives.