Word: MODESTY
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of MODESTY
- The quality of being modest; having a limited and not overly high opinion of oneself and one's abilities.
- Moderate behaviour; reserve.
- (specifically) Pudency, avoidance of sexual explicitness.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "modesty" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "modesty" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MODESTY a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is MODESTY worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in MODESTY? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MODESTY:
- # the modesty effect
- # master of modesty
- # playing with modesty
- # in terms of modesty
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