Shyness

/ʃˈa‍ɪnəs/

/ˈʃaɪnəs/

Shyness

a feeling of hesitancy, shame, or fearfulness in social situations

Examples

1. His extreme shyness makes him appear as if he wouldn't say boo to a goose.

2. If she overcomes her shyness, she won't be mute as a fish during social gatherings.

3. Despite his initial shyness, Christian made a heartfelt gesture to win Jane's heart by writing her a beautiful love letter.

4. Men don't read shyness -