mousiness
/ˈmaʊsinəs/
noun
- The quality of being quiet, shy, and timid.
- The manager tried to overcome his mousiness by taking a public speaking class.
- Her mousiness made it difficult for her to speak in front of large groups.
- His mousiness was often mistaken for unfriendliness.
- A dull, light brownish-gray color, like that of a mouse.
- The mousiness of the paint made the room feel dark and gloomy.
- The fabric's mousiness didn't match the vibrant decor.
- She disliked the mousiness of her hair and dyed it a brighter shade.
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