1. diffident: adjective definition: lacking confidence in one's own
ability, worth, or fitness
restrained or reserved
in manner or conduct

2. diffident
pronunciation:
dif-i-duh nt

3. diffident
related forms:
noun
diffidence
adverb
diffidently

4. diffident synonyms self-conscious timid unassuming withdrawn reluctant
shy

5. diffident
The diffident umpire was reluctant to call the close play.

6. diffident
Mona Lisa’s ambiguous smile may have masked her diffident personality.

7. diffidently
The sun diffidently peeked out from behind the cloud.

8. diffidently
The awkward boy diffidently asked
the girl to dance.

9. diffidence diffidence The man’s stymied his ability to speak
in public.

10. diffidence
Virtually paralyzed by his diffidence, the Cowardly Lion sought help from the Wizard of Oz.

11. diffidence
Though Marilyn Monroe appears confident, her demise is often attributed to her diffidence.