Boldly and Modestly

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Boldly adverb - In a fearless manner.

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Modestly is an antonym for boldly.

Nearby Words: bold, boldness

Modestly adverb - In a manner showing no signs of pride or self-assertion.

Usage example: spoke modestly about his accomplishments as an entrepreneur

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Boldly is an antonym for modestly in topics: within reasonable limits, in a modest manner.

Nearby Words: moderate, modest, modesty, moderately

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