1. A simple, unpretentious way of living with limited material possessions and expenses
After retirement, they chose to live a modest life in the countryside.
Após a aposentadoria, eles escolheram viver uma vida modesta no interior.
2. An existence characterized by humility, restraint, and absence of extravagance
She came from a modest life but achieved great success through hard work.
Ela veio de uma vida modesta, mas alcançou grande sucesso através do trabalho árduo.