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Opposite of lacking in courage or confidence
“They were now bold warriors, far from the shy plebeians they once were.”
Opposite of uncomfortable in the company of other people
“She was highly extroverted and would go out of her way to meet new people every week.”
Opposite of modest in nature
“Ever the arrogant narcissist, she was prone to singing her own praises on a regular basis.”
(informal) Opposite of insufficient or less than
“The total was sufficient in meeting our requirements.”
Opposite of shy or socially timid, not liking to be noticed
“She acts sweet, kind and nice on the outside, but inside she's as rude and presumptuous as I am.”
Opposite of modest and having no pretensions or ostentation
Opposite of insecure with oneself
Opposite of not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily
“The check-in assistant seemed to be in a particularly garrulous mood, chatting with his colleague while he printed out the boarding card.”
Opposite of modest or unassuming in nature or character
Opposite of easily agitated or alarmed
“Mac was the consummate employee, and he was always confident at dealing with adversity in a professional manner.”
Opposite of embarrassed because of one's actions, characteristics, or associations
(colloquial) Opposite of faint of heart and easily frightened
“He sat there quietly in protest, unafraid of the consequences.”
Opposite of tentative or unsure in acting or speaking
Opposite of so reprehensible as to cause shame or disgrace
Opposite of having a considerate or kindly disposition
“He was a rough man who was prone to obscenities and bad behavior.”
Opposite of shy or timid in nature or demeanor
“The children are assertive enough to ask for what they want, when they want it.”
Opposite of deserted or not regularly visited or used
Opposite of using, exercising or showing caution
Opposite of having a repugnance or opposition of mind
Opposite of lacking grace in manner, behavior or appearance
Opposite of behaving in a manner that is socially awkward
Opposite of lacking or deficient in something, especially something essential or necessary
“The mortal is blessed with all virtues and gnosis and he obtains honor in the Lord's court.”
(shy from) Opposite of to avoid due to timidness, caution or aversion
“I gravitate towards romantic comedies as I am a hopeless romantic.”
Opposite of to suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust
Opposite of to throw or launch something in a given direction with force
Opposite of to throw or launch something in a given direction
Opposite of to throw or fling an object or projectile
Opposite of to throw or launch something in a given direction
“He can catch the ball in traffic as well as anyone in the league, and he's lethal after the catch.”
Opposite of to hesitate or refuse to proceed due to fear, aversion, or reluctance
Opposite of to shun or shy away from
“General pushing strength is useful to all athletes who participate in contact sports such as boxing, football, rugby and wrestling.”
Opposite of to stop and refuse to go forward (usually of a horse)
Opposite of to disagree with or dispute
“I agree that this craze is on the rise, but it evoked a bigger issue for me.”
Opposite of to hesitate or be reluctant to do something (that one thinks may be wrong)
Opposite of an act of throwing something
“Worsley moved across, made a brilliant catch, and sent the ball high into the air with a one-handed jerk behind his back.”
Opposite of an act or instance of throwing something
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