shyness

/ˈʃaɪnəs/
noun
  1. The feeling of being nervous or uncomfortable around other people, especially strangers.
    • Her shyness made it hard for her to speak in front of the class.
    • The child's shyness disappeared once she started playing with the other kids.
    • He eventually overcame his shyness and made many friends.
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