SHY AWAY FROM Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the phrase shy away from. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase shy away from. (close relations)

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Definition of SHY AWAY FROM

Best Alternative Words for SHY AWAY FROM


Rank	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
1	avoid				verbv
2	dodge				verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
3	elude				verbv
4	escape				verb, nounv, n
5	evade				verbv
6	hesitate				verbv
7	recoil				verb, nounv, n
8	refrain				verb, nounv, n
9	retreat				verb, nounv, n
10	shun				verbv
11	withdraw				verbv

Best Hypernyms For SHY AWAY FROM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for shy away from, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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