Meaning of the word diffidence in English
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diffidence
US /ˈdɪf.ɪ.dəns/
UK /ˈdɪf.ɪ.dəns/
Noun
modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence
Example:
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She overcame her natural diffidence and spoke in front of the large crowd.
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His diffidence made it difficult for him to make new friends.
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