Diffidence and Wariness

Diffidence

Diffidence noun - Lack of self-confidence.

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

Nearby Words: diffident, diffidently

Wariness

Wariness noun - A close attentiveness to avoiding danger.

Diffidence and wariness are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Diffidence" instead a noun "Wariness".

Nearby Words: wary, warily
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