Diffidence and Mistrust

Diffidence

Diffidence noun - Lack of self-confidence.

Mistrust and diffidence are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mistrust" instead a noun "Diffidence".

Nearby Words: diffident, diffidently

Mistrust

Mistrust noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.

Diffidence and mistrust are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Diffidence" instead a noun "Mistrust".

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