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modest vs low

low vs modest

modest is not a noun while low is a noun.

modest and low both are adjectives.

modest is not a verb while low is a verb.

modest is not an adverb while low is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
modest No Yes No No
low Yes Yes Yes Yes
As adjectives, modest and low are synonyms defined as:
  • modest and low: low or inferior in station or quality
Other synonyms of modest include humble, lowly, small.
modest (noun) low (noun)
the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving
a low level or position or degree
an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation
modest (adjective) low (adjective)
not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency
low or inferior in station or quality of the most contemptible kind
relatively moderate, limited, or small filled with melancholy and despondency
not large but sufficient in size or amount subdued or brought low in condition or status
free from pomp or affectation low or inferior in station or quality
no longer sufficient
very low in volume
unrefined in character
modest (verb) low (verb)
make a low noise, characteristic of bovines
modest (adverb) low (adverb)
in a low position; near the ground
Difference between modest and low

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