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bashful Synonyms

Another word for bashful

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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 shy smile and hid behind his mother's coat when the guests arrived."

Strongest
shy
timid
Strong
diffident
sheepish
coy
self-conscious
retiring
demure
reticent
reserved

Opposites of bashful

The opposite of bashful shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

bold
confident
outgoing
extroverted
forward
brazen
self-assured
assertive
See all opposites of bashful

• Nearby Words

baserunner
bash
basher
bashful
bashfully
bashfulness
bashing

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