1. in a shy, modest, or reserved manner

Examples

• She smiled retiringly when introduced to the famous author.
• He spoke retiringly about his achievements, downplaying his success.
• The young artist retiringly displayed her paintings in the corner of the gallery.
• She retiringly declined the invitation to speak at the conference.
• He retiringly stepped back when the crowd gathered around the celebrity.
• The student retiringly raised her hand to ask a question.