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diffidence

noun

/ˈdɪfɪdəns/

Meaning

Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.

Her diffidence made it hard for her to speak in public.

shyness, timidity, insecurity, reserve, modesty

confidence, boldness, assertiveness

show diffidence, act with diffidence, natural diffidence

a difficult situation where you cannot decide what to do; dilemma

An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone.

an expert judge in matters of taste, especially in food, art, or wine

the process of recovering or returning to a normal state

The atmospheric or weather patterns of a particular region.

Careful and persistent work or effort.