moderate vs modest

modest vs moderate

moderate is a noun but modest is not a noun.

moderate and modest both are adjectives.

moderate is a verb but modest is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
moderate	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
modest	No	Yes	No	No

moderate (noun)	modest (noun)
a person who takes a position in the political center

moderate (adjective)	modest (adjective)
being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme	not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance
not extreme	marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes	humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness
	low or inferior in station or quality
	relatively moderate, limited, or small
	not large but sufficient in size or amount
	free from pomp or affectation

moderate (verb)	modest (verb)
make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
make less fast or intense
preside over
make less strong or intense; soften
make less severe or harsh
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

Difference between moderate and modest

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