Diffident, timid Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Diffident, timid . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is SHY.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% SHY Diffident, timid (3)
83% BASHFUL Shy or diffident, timid (7)
6% RESERVED Timid in manner (8) (8) Puzzler Dec 4, 2025
5% IDONTMINDIFIDO Invitation accepted: Odin, "timid" barking dog, bites postman's rear! (14) The Telegraph Toughie Mar 6, 2026
5% SHYER Be quiet, the old rector is more timid (5) (5) The Sun Two Speed Mar 3, 2026
5% COWARDLINESS Timidity of playwright and son taking in actor's words (12) The Times Quick Cryptic Feb 28, 2026
5% COWARDICE Cut up by bully, Laura oddly abandoned timidity (9) The Telegraph Toughie Feb 26, 2026
5% COYPU Excited over providing support to timid creature (5) The Telegraph Cryptic Feb 19, 2026
5% MELT Timid person encountered inspiring lecturer (4) (4) The Sun Two Speed Jan 22, 2026
5% COYOTE With broken toe, following timid canine (6) (6) Puzzler Cryptic Jan 7, 2026
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In the crossword world, "Diffident, timid" is a clue hinting at the answer "SHY." Shyness is often associated with being reserved or hesitant in social situations. This clue showcases how crossword puzzles cleverly play with synonyms to challenge and entertain solvers.