Modest and Unassertive

Modest

Modest adjective - Not comfortable around people.
Usage example: a modest winner who said a quick thank-you and promptly left the stage

Unassertive is a synonym for modest in shy topic. In some cases you can use "Unassertive" instead an adjective "Modest".

Unassertive

Unassertive adjective - Inclined to timidity or lack of self-confidence.

Modest is a synonym for unassertive in reserved topic. You can use "Modest" instead an adjective "Unassertive", if it concerns topics such as hesitant, passive, shy, quiet and self-conscious.
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