Fidelity to conscience is inconsistent with retiring modesty. If it be so, let the modesty succumb. It can be only a false modesty which can be thus endangered.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
Modesty is the conscience of the body.
Modesty is not one of my virtues.
Modesty is a vastly overrated virtue.
Because impudence is a vice, it does not follow that modesty is a virtue; it is built upon shame, a passion in our nature, and may be either good or bad according to the actions performed from that motive.
Modesty is a learned affectation. And as soon as life slams the modest person against the wall, that modesty drops.
Modesty is good. But not when it comes at the cost of honesty.
I have no concept of modesty anymore.
With people of limited ability modesty is merely honesty. But with those who possess great talent it is hypocrisy.
If modesty disappeared, so would exhibitionism.
Nothing can atone for the lack of modesty; without which beauty is ungraceful and wit detestable.
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