Pronunciation

/shaɪ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Referring to a person who is timid, bashful, or reluctant to interact with others, especially in social situations. Synonyms: bashful, timid, introverted.
• Verb: To feel or act shy; to be hesitant or reserved in social situations. Synonyms: be bashful, feel self-conscious, be reticent.

Phrases

• “Be shy about something” implies feeling hesitant or uncomfortable.
• “She’s quite shy around strangers.”
• “Don’t be shy, come say hello!”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The shy girl hesitated to speak in front of the class.”
• Verb: “He was shy to ask for her number, but eventually mustered up the courage.”
• Phrasal Verb: “She felt shy as she introduced herself to the new colleagues.”

Synonyms

• Timid
• Reserved
• Shyly
• Reticent
• Demure
• Inhibited

Antonyms

• Bold
• Confident
• Outgoing
• Sociable
• Extroverted