Diffidence and Loftiness

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Diffidence noun - Lack of self-confidence.

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Loftiness is an antonym for diffidence.

Nearby Words: diffident, diffidently

Loftiness noun - An exaggerated sense of one's importance that shows itself in the making of excessive or unjustified claims.

Usage example: we were offended by the new club member's air of loftiness

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Diffidence is an antonym for loftiness.

Nearby Words: lofty, loft, loftily

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