noun, na-adjective
deep modesty; deep discretion
Rare, literary word for profound modesty and careful discretion in conduct. Often used in formal or classical contexts.
彼の謹飭な態度は、周囲の信頼を集めた。
His deeply modest and discreet manner earned the trust of those around him.
The exact derivation is uncertain; the kanji 謹 (discreet, modest) and 飭 (order, admonish) together convey a sense of restrained, careful conduct.