1. (adj) retiring, unassuming
not arrogant or presuming
Synonyms: retiring, past(a), self-effacing, unassuming, preceding(a), retiring(a), reticent Antonyms: self-asserting, immodest, incoming, assertive, self-assertive
2. (adj) past(a), preceding(a), retiring(a)
of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office
Antonyms: self-asserting, immodest, incoming, assertive, self-assertive
3. (adj) reticent, self-effacing, retiring
reluctant to draw attention to yourself
Synonyms: retiring(a), restrained, preceding(a), self-effacing, untalkative, retiring, reticent, unassuming, unemotional, past(a) Antonyms: immodest, self-assertive, assertive, incoming, self-asserting
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