SHY Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the word shy. (close relations)
Best Alternatives
| Word | Save | More Find | Usage | Type | ||
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| diffident | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • lacking self-confidence adjective satellite • showing modest reserve | ||||||
| timid | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • showing fear and lack of confidence • lacking self-confidence noun • people who are fearful and cautious adjective satellite • lacking conviction or boldness or courage | ||||||
| bashful | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • self-consciously timid • disposed to avoid notice | ||||||
| coy | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way • showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement • modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures | ||||||
| demure | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way | ||||||
| introverted | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences | ||||||
| reserved | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||
adjective • set aside for the use of a particular person or party • marked by self-restraint and reticence | ||||||
| reticent | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • temperamentally disinclined to talk • cool and formal in manner • reluctant to draw attention to yourself | ||||||
| unsure | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • lacking self-confidence • lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance | ||||||
