diffident
IPA /ˈdɪfɪdənt/
Lacking confidence in yourself and therefore feeling shy or hesitant about expressing your views or abilities.
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He gave a diffident smile before introducing himself to the neighbours.
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IPA /ˈdɪfɪdənt/
Lacking confidence in yourself and therefore feeling shy or hesitant about expressing your views or abilities.
He gave a diffident smile before introducing himself to the neighbours.
IPA /ˈrɛtɪsənt/
Not revealing one’s thoughts or feelings readily; reserved or habitually silent.
He was reticent about his past, choosing to keep most details to himself.
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