Self-effacing

MODEST

This trait describes someone who avoids drawing attention to their achievements, often downplaying their own talents in conversation. Think of the opposite of boastful.

"Self-effacing" describes someone who avoids drawing attention to themselves, often downplaying their own achievements. The answer "MODEST" fits perfectly because it means the same thing—humble and unassuming. There’s no wordplay here; it’s a straightforward definition where the clue and answer are direct synonyms. Think of someone who quietly does good work without bragging.