Diffident (Adjective)
Pronunciation: dih-fi-duhnt
Word Meaning:
- Lacking confidence in one’s own ability, worth, or fitness; timid; shy.
- Reserved or restrained in manner, conduct, or speech due to a lack of self-assurance.
Uses in Sentence:
- Sarah was diffident about speaking in public and often avoided situations that required her to address a large audience.
- Despite his talents, John’s diffident nature prevented him from showcasing his skills in front of others.
Synonyms:
- Shy
- Timid
- Reserved
- Bashful
- Reticent
Antonyms:
- Confident
- Bold
- Assertive
- Outgoing
- Self-assured
Word Meaning in Hindi: The word “diffident” can be translated into Hindi as “संकोची” (sankochi) or “अनन्त” (anant), both of which convey the sense of being hesitant or lacking confidence.
Word Uses in Hindi:
- सोनिया ने अपने नए परियोजना पर प्रस्तुति देने से पहले संकोची दिखाया। (Sonia showed diffidence before presenting her new project.)
- राजीव को सामूहिक मेले में अनन्त महसूस हो रहा था, लेकिन उसने अपनी बातें साझा करने में कुछ हिचकिचाहट महसूस की। (Rajiv was feeling diffident at the community fair, but he felt some hesitation in sharing his thoughts.)