timid vs diffident
diffident vs timidtimid is a noun but diffident is not a noun.
timid and diffident both are adjectives.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| timid | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| diffident | No | Yes | No | No |
As adjectives,
timid and diffident
are synonyms defined as:
- timid and diffident: lacking self-confidence
| timid (noun) | diffident (noun) |
|---|---|
| people who are fearful and cautious |
| timid (adjective) | diffident (adjective) |
|---|---|
| showing fear and lack of confidence | lacking self-confidence |
| lacking self-confidence | showing modest reserve |
| lacking conviction or boldness or courage |
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