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timidity Synonyms

Another word for timidity

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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of lacking courage, confidence, or assertiveness; shyness or hesitancy.

Usage Example

"With consistent practice and encouragement, the young pianist gradually overcame her initial timidness on stage."

Strongest
timidness
shyness
diffidence
Strong
fearfulness
bashfulness
hesitancy
reticence
cowardice
apprehensiveness
pusillanimity

Opposites of timidity

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

boldness
courage
confidence
bravery
audacity
assertiveness
fearlessness
daring
See all opposites of timidity

• Nearby Words

timetable
timeworn
timid
timidity
timidly
timidness
timing

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