diffidently

IPA/ˈdɪfɪdəntli/
IPA/ˈdɪfɪdəntli/

diffidently — 副詞

1. in a hesitant, self-doubting way that shows someone feels unsure of their own ab

1.副詞C2
釋義

怯怯地

因缺乏自信而顯得拘謹

in a hesitant, self-doubting way that shows someone feels unsure of their own ability or uncomfortable drawing attention to themselves

例句

After three classmates spoke, Ada diffidently raised her hand.

前面三位同學都發言後，Ada 才怯怯地舉起手。

diffidently + raised her hand after others spoke

At the science fair, Christopher diffidently introduced his design to the judges.

在科展上，Christopher 怯怯地向評審介紹自己的設計。

diffidently + introduced in a public presentation

常見搭配
  • speak diffidently
  • smile diffidently
  • answer diffidently
  • ask diffidently
  • step forward diffidently
同義詞
  • 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

反義詞
  • 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.

常見錯誤

Mina diffidently accepted the job because she did not want it.
Mina reluctantly accepted the job because she did not want it.
'diffidently' describes shy, uncertain behavior, not unwilling agreement.

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常見搭配

常用片語

  • speak diffidently
  • answer diffidently
  • ask diffidently
  • smile diffidently
  • step forward diffidently