The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MAIDENLY which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 1952.
Gentle or modest crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| MAIDENLY | 100 % | 8 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Gentle or modest
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- maidenly
- douce
- coy
- low
- meek
- moderate
- nice
- quiet
- simple
- slight
- small
- mild
Crossword Answer definitions
MAIDENLY adjective- Of or pertaining to a maiden.
- Suitable for, or befitting a maiden; gentle; modest; pure.
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