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diffidence
[/ˈdɪfɪdəns/]
noun
feminine
pl: diffidences
timidez
1.
lack of confidence in oneself; shyness or modest reserve
His diffidence prevented him from speaking up during the meeting.
Sua timidez o impediu de falar durante a reunião.
2.
distrust or doubt
She viewed his promises with diffidence.
Ela via suas promessas com desconfiança.
Synonyms
shyness
modesty
self-doubt
lack of confidence
bashfulness
reticence
timidity
Antonyms
confidence
boldness
self-assurance
audacity
arrogance
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
timidez
most common term for the quality of being shy or lacking confidence
General Brazilian
falta de confiança
literal translation emphasizing the lack of self-confidence aspect
Portugal
timidez
same primary usage as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
desconfiança
used when emphasizing the distrust or doubt meaning
Related Idioms & Phrases
overcome one's diffidence
speak with diffidence
masked by diffidence
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