shy

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ʃaɪ/

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Adjective

Positive shy

Comparative shyer

Superlative shyest

A shy (1) little girl.

1. When you are shy, you are easily frightened, afraid, or careful.

   He is usually shy around people.

2. If you are shy, you are embarrassed.