timid vs shy
shy vs timidtimid and shy both are nouns.
timid and shy both are adjectives.
timid is not a verb while shy is a verb.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| timid | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| shy | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
As adjectives,
timid and shy
are synonyms defined as:
- timid and shy: lacking self-confidence
| timid (noun) | shy (noun) |
|---|---|
| people who are fearful and cautious | a quick throw |
| timid (adjective) | shy (adjective) |
|---|---|
| showing fear and lack of confidence | lacking self-confidence |
| lacking self-confidence | short |
| lacking conviction or boldness or courage | wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things |
| timid (verb) | shy (verb) |
|---|---|
| throw quickly | |
| start suddenly, as from fright |
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