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timide — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • bashful adjective Shy and easily embarrassed, especially around other people.
  • coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  • timid adj Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.

Senses

timide is used for these senses in English:

  • bashful Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.
  • coy (dated) Bashful, shy, retiring.
  • coy (archaic) Quiet, reserved, modest.
  • timid Lacking in courage or confidence.

coy — full definition

  1. adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
  2. adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.

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