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    Dif·fi·dence
    /ˈdifəd(ə)ns/

    noun

    • 1. modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence: "I say this with some diffidence"
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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › diffidenceDiffidence Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of DIFFIDENCE is the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident.

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDIFFIDENCE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    DIFFIDENCE definition: 1. the quality of being shy and not confident of your abilities: 2. the quality of being shy and…. Learn more.

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › diffidenceDIFFIDENCE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Diffidence definition: the quality or state of being diffident. . See examples of DIFFIDENCE used in a sentence.

  5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › diffidenceDiffidence - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    The noun diffidence refers to a lack of self-confidence. Your diffidence might be the reason why you never say "hi" to the cute guy or gal in the elevator or why you never ask for a raise.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDIFFIDENCE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    DIFFIDENCE meaning: 1. the quality of being shy and not confident of your abilities: 2. the quality of being shy and…. Learn more.

  7. www.thefreedictionary.com › diffidenceDiffidence - definition of diffidence by The Free Dictionary

    Define diffidence. diffidence synonyms, diffidence pronunciation, diffidence translation, English dictionary definition of diffidence. n. The quality or state of being diffident; timidity or shyness.

  8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDIFFIDENCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    DIFFIDENCE definition: lack of confidence in oneself, marked by hesitation in asserting oneself; shyness | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples.

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdiffidence noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of diffidence noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  10. www.yourdictionary.com › diffidenceDiffidence Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

    Diffidence definition: The quality or state of being diffident; timidity or shyness.

  11. ludwig.guru › s › diffidencediffidence | English Definition & Examples | Ludwig

    diffidence. noun. The state of being diffident, timid or shy; reticence or self-effacement. synonyms. self-distrust. self-doubt. exact ( 60)

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