What is "shy" in English? Definition and Explanations
Updated: 04-06-2026 by Wikilanguages.net
What does shy mean in English? Meaning of shy definition and abbreviation with examples.
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What is "shy" in English? Definition and Explanations
Meaning of "shy": a quick throw Noun Meaning: a quick throwExample: he gave the ball a shy to the first basemanSynonyms: shyHypernyms: throwMeaning of "shy": start suddenly, as from fright Verb Meaning: start suddenly, as from frightSynonyms: shyHypernyms: jump
start
startleMeaning of "shy": lacking self-confidence Adjective Meaning: lacking self-confidenceExample: stood in the doorway diffident and abashed
problems that call for bold not timid responses
a very unsure young manSynonyms: diffident
shy
timid
unsureAntonyms : confidentMeaning of "shy": throw quickly Verb Meaning: throw quicklySynonyms: shyHypernyms: throwMeaning of "shy": short Adjective Meaning: shortExample: eleven is one shy of a dozenSynonyms: shySimilar: deficient
insufficientMeaning of "shy": wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things Adjective Meaning: wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or thingsExample: shy of strangersSynonyms: shySimilar: waryEnglish
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