diffidently

• Наречие, означающее «застенчиво или нерешительно, с недостатком уверенности в себе». Описывает действия, выполняемые с неуверенностью или отсутствием напористости, часто из-за скромности или страха критики.

An adverb meaning "in a shy or hesitant manner, lacking self-confidence." It describes actions performed with uncertainty or a lack of assertiveness, often due to modesty or fear of criticism.

1. Lack of confidenceC1formal

   In a manner that shows a lack of self-confidence or shyness.

   Неуверенно

   • She diffidently approached the podium to give her speech.
   • He diffidently asked if he could join the conversation.
   • The student diffidently raised his hand to answer the question.

   Synonymsbashfullyhesitantlymeeklyself-consciouslysheepishlyshylytentativelytimidlyuncertainly

   Antonymsassertivelyassuredlyboldlyconfidently

2. Hesitantly or uncertainlyC1formal

   In a way that shows hesitation or uncertainty about one's actions or opinions.

   Неуверенно

   • He diffidently offered his opinion on the matter.
   • She diffidently suggested a different approach to the problem.
   • They diffidently accepted the invitation, unsure of what to expect.

   Synonymsapprehensivelybashfullyhesitantlymeeklyshylytentativelytimidlyuncertainly

   Antonymsassertivelyassuredlyboldlyconfidentlyfearlessly