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)
7% KNEED Week-__ (timid) (5) Newsday Jul 19, 2026
7% BASHFULNESS Timidity * (11) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jul 5, 2026
7% MEEK Timid (4) New York Times May 31, 2026
5% LILYLIVERED Timid girl wrongly reviled (4-7) (11) Puzzler Cryptic Aug 4, 2026
5% TISWAS Pair of timid aquatic birds with no name flap (6) The Telegraph Toughie Jul 31, 2026
5% AMBIGUOUS Pompous Unionist blocking a timid one, mostly? That's of doubtful value (9) (9) The Guardian Cryptic Jul 28, 2026
5% DOVECOT A place for fliers to act almost timid when held in check (7) (7) The Guardian Cryptic Jun 24, 2026
5% SHYLY With diffidence (5) LA Times Daily Apr 5, 2024
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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.