shyness (Meaning)
shyness (n)
a feeling of fear of embarrassment
shyness (n.)
The quality or state of being shy.
Synonyms & Antonyms of shyness
Synonyms:
- worry
- restraint
- anxiety
- fear
- faintheartedness
- skittishness
- timidness
- indecision
- irresolution
- timorousness
- panic
- hesitation
- indecisiveness
- constraint
Antonyms:
- daring
- determination
- grit
- intrepidity
- courage
- audaciousness
- unconcern
- insouciance
- gumption
- resoluteness
- valor
- cojones
- bravery
- bravery
- decisiveness
- mettle
- gameness
- resolution
- firmness
- spunk
- spunk
- backbone
- determination
- self-assertiveness
- fiber
- decisiveness
- fiber
- fortitude
- gumption
- fortitude
- courage
- self-assertiveness
- resolution
- grit
- self-assurance
- gameness
- firmness
- intrepidity
- insouciance
- mettle
- backbone
- unconcern
- valor
- daring
- audaciousness
- fearlessness
- self-assurance
- cojones
- resoluteness
- fearlessness
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shyness Sentence Examples
- Emily's shyness prevented her from raising her hand in class.
- The new student exuded an aura of shyness, making it difficult for others to approach him.
- Despite his outward confidence, there was a hidden layer of shyness within him.
- Her timid voice and averted gaze revealed her shyness.
- The party made David feel overwhelmed by shyness.
- She wished she could overcome her shyness and socialize more.
- The teacher understood the students' shyness and created a welcoming atmosphere.
- John's shyness manifested in awkward gestures and blushing cheeks.
- The therapist helped Sarah develop strategies to manage her shyness.
- The shy girl hesitantly shared her ideas, but her timid demeanor belied her intelligence.
FAQs About the word shyness
a feeling of fear of embarrassmentThe quality or state of being shy.
timidity, inhibition, embarrassment,bashfulness, worry, restraint, anxiety, fear, faintheartedness,skittishness
composure, guts, nonchalance, boldness, confidence, coolness, nonchalance, audacity,boldness, self-confidence
Emily's shyness prevented her from raising her hand in class.
The new student exuded an aura of shyness, making it difficult for others to approach him.
Despite his outward confidence, there was a hidden layer of shyness within him.
Her timid voice and averted gaze revealed her shyness.
