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Shyness
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a feeling of hesitancy, shame, or fearfulness in social situations
Example
His shyness held him back from approaching the group at the party.
His extreme shyness makes him appear as if he wouldn't say boo to a goose.
She tends to chicken out of social events because of her shyness.
If she overcomes her shyness, she won't be mute as a fish during social gatherings.
Despite her shyness, Emily found herself mashing with the charming stranger who struck up a conversation with her at the cafe.
