Diffident – Shy and lacking in confidence
(Pronounced diff-ih-duhnt)
To remember the definition of the word diffident, use the following mnemonic:
It was difficult for him to go to the dentists (diffident). He lacked confidence in him.
Examples of diffident in a sentence
Helen was diffident and reserved.
She was modest and diffident about her own success.
Shaun became noticeably diffident when the conversation turned to the subject of his exam results.
