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[ adjective ] showing fear and lack of confidence
Related terms bold shy mousy bashful intimidated coy fearful afraid cowardly backward unassertive unadventurous timidity |
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[ adjective ] lacking self-confidence
Examples "stood in the doorway diffident and abashed" "problems that call for bold not timid responses" "a very unsure young man" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] lacking conviction or boldness or courage
Synonyms Examples "faint heart ne'er won fair lady" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] contemptibly timid
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