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Need synonyms for shiest? Here's a list of similar words from our thesaurus that you can use instead.
Superlative for lacking in courage or confidence
“They were now bold warriors, far from the shy plebeians they once were.”
Superlative for uncomfortable in the company of other people
“She was painfully shy and would hide in her room whenever guests arrived.”
Superlative for modest in nature
“Ever the shy lady, she was loathed to sing her own praises.”
(informal) Superlative for insufficient or less than
“The count came up two shy of the expected total.”
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