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shyness Synonyms

Another word for shyness

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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being timid, nervous, or reserved in the company of other people.

Usage Example

"Joining the drama club helped him gradually overcome his childhood bashfulness."

Strongest
bashfulness
timidity
timidness
diffidence
Strong
reticence
reserve
sheepishness
self-consciousness
coyness
introversion

Opposites of shyness

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

boldness
self-assurance
confidence
assertiveness
extroversion
audacity
brashness
See all opposites of shyness

• Nearby Words

shy
shylock
shyly
shyness
shyster
si
sialosyrinx

Cite this Entry

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