Diffidence and Inflation
Opposite meaning words
Diffidence
Diffidence noun - Lack of self-confidence.
Inflation is an antonym for diffidence.
Nearby Words: diffident, diffidently
Inflation
Inflation noun - The quality or state of appearing or trying to appear more important or more valuable than is the case.
Usage example: the personal essay accompanying his college application was devoid of the inflation and self-aggrandizement that all too often is found in such writings
Diffidence is an antonym for inflation.
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