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bashful Antonyms

Opposite of bashful

Pinning down the opposite of bashful requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Reluctant to draw attention to oneself; easily embarrassed and uncomfortable in social situations or in the presence of strangers.

Usage Example

"The young boy gave a bold smile and hid behind his mother's coat when the guests arrived."

Strongest
bold
confident
outgoing
Strong
extroverted
brazen
forward
assertive
self-assured
unabashed
brash

Similar words to bashful

Words similar to bashful shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

shy
timid
diffident
sheepish
self-conscious
coy
retiring
demure
See all synonyms of bashful

• Nearby Words

baseness
bash
basher
bashful
bashfully
bashfulness
bashing

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Bashful. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/bashful
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