σεμνός — meaning in English

English meaning

• decorous adj Behaving in a way that is proper, polite and fits what is expected on the occasion.
• diffident adj Reluctant to trust other people.
• meek adj Quiet, humble, and unwilling to assert oneself.
• modest adj Not boastful about one's achievements or abilities.

Senses

σεμνός is used for these senses in English:

• decorous Marked by behaviour, manners, etc., regarded as proper, tasteful, and in accordance with accepted standards; becoming, seemly.
• diffident (archaic) Lacking confidence in others; distrustful.
• meek Humble, non-boastful, modest, meager, or self-effacing.
• modest Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.
• modest (especially of behavior or clothing) Intending to avoid the encouraging of sexual attraction in others.

decorous — full definition

1. adj Behaving in a way that is proper, polite and fits what is expected on the occasion.
2. adj Fitting and right for the situation.

diffident — full definition

1. adj Reluctant to trust other people.
2. adj Shy and unsure of oneself.

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