Shy Synonyms

59 shy synonyms include bashful, diffident, timid, sheepish, reserved, reticent, introverted, retiring, self-effacing, and shrinking. Shy is an adjective, and its antonyms are bold, brash, and confident. Here are some additional synonyms for "shy" with example sentences.

Another word for Shy

59 other ways to say shy.

1. bashful

2. throw

  • yeet  
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  • whang  
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  • toss  
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  • throw  
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  • sling  
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  • propel  
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  • pitch  
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  • peg  
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  • lob  
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  • launch  
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  • hurl  
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  • hoy  
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  • heave  
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  • flip  
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  • fling  
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  • direct
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  • dash  
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  • chuck  
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  • cast  
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  • buzz  
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  • bung  
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  • bowl  
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  • bish  
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  • aim
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Use shy in a Sentence

He felt shy during the presentation.

She is shy around new people.

The shy child avoided eye contact.