shy
ness
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a feeling of hesitancy, shame, or fearfulness in social situations
- Her shyness made it hard for her to speak in front of large groups.
- Shyness can sometimes be mistaken for aloofness.
- He struggled with shyness during his first few weeks at the new school.
- Despite his shyness, he managed to present his ideas clearly.
- She tried to overcome her shyness by joining the debate team.