diffidence
nounHow many syllables in diffidence?
There are 3 syllables in the word diffidence.How to pronounce diffidence:
Definition of diffidence:
- diffidence (noun):
- repression of natural feelings
- noun. lack of self-confidence.
- the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful the quality or state of being diffident
Synonyms for diffidence:
acquiescence
backwardness
bashfulness
carefulness
cautiousness
compliance
constraint
deference
doubt
faintheartedness
fear
fearfulness
feebleness
hesitance
hesitancy
hesitation
humility
insecurity
lack of self-confidence
meekness
modesty
mousiness
passivity
quietness
reluctance
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