diffidently
diffidently — adverb
1. in a hesitant, self-doubting way that shows someone feels unsure of their own ab
in a hesitant, self-doubting way that shows someone feels unsure of their own ability or uncomfortable drawing attention to themselves
After three classmates spoke, Ada diffidently raised her hand.
diffidently + raised her hand after others spoke
At the science fair, Christopher diffidently introduced his design to the judges.
diffidently + introduced in a public presentation
The new waiter diffidently asked whether the family needed more tea.
When the prizewinner's name was called, Lakshmi stepped onto the stage diffidently.
Feng diffidently thanked the coach and looked at the floor.
- shyly
the broad everyday word, often for social nervousness
- hesitantly
focuses on pause or uncertainty, not always personal self-doubt
- timidly
suggests a weaker or less brave manner more generally
- self-consciously
stresses feeling awkward because you know others are watching
- confidently
in a sure and assured way
- boldly
with readiness to act or speak without holding back
文法句型
diffidently + verb
verb + diffidently
用法筆記
Often used with verbs of speaking, asking, thanking, or moving forward in public situations. It points to visible self-doubt rather than simple quietness, especially when someone feels noticed or judged.