selfeffacing Definition
- 1not drawing attention to oneself; modest
- 2withdrawing from attention or notice; retiring
Using selfeffacing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "selfeffacing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was a self-effacing man who never talked about his accomplishments.
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She had a self-effacing manner that made her popular with everyone.
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The author's self-effacing humor won over the audience.
selfeffacing Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: selfeffacing in Brief
'Selfeffacing' [self-i-feys-ing, self-] describes someone who does not draw attention to themselves and is modest. It is often used to describe someone who withdraws from attention or notice. Examples include 'He was a self-effacing man who never talked about his accomplishments.' and 'The author's self-effacing humor won over the audience.' Synonyms include 'modest,' 'unassuming,' and 'humble.'
