Awkward
Awkward adjective - Lacking social grace and assurance.
Usage example: preteens feeling awkward at their first formal dance
Diffident and awkward are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Diffident" instead an adjective "Awkward".
Nearby Words: awkwardness, awkwardly
Diffident
Diffident adjective - Not comfortable around people.
Usage example: for someone who makes a living performing for other people, the actress is remarkably diffident in real life
Awkward and diffident are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Awkward" instead an adjective "Diffident".
Nearby Words: diffidence, diffidently
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