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- Dictionaryshyness/ˈʃʌɪnɪs/
noun
- 1. the quality or state of being shy: "gradually he overcame his natural shyness"
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Feeling of apprehension, discomfort or awkwardness in the presence of other people
Shyness is the feeling of apprehension, lack of comfort, or awkwardness especially when a person is around other people. This commonly occurs in new situations or with unfamiliar people; a shy person may simply opt to avoid these situations. Although shyness can be a characteristic of people who have low self-esteem, the primary defining characteristic of shyness is a fear of what other people wil... Wikipedia