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Antonym for Audacity

Definition:

An antonym for audacity is a word that represents the opposite meaning or behavior of audacity. It conveys a sense of caution, timidity, or shyness.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Caution

Noun:

1. Timidity - showing a lack of self-confidence or reluctance to take risks. She approached the stage with timidity, unsure of her ability to perform well.

Sense 2: Shyness

Noun:

1. Reserve - an attitude of keeping one's thoughts, feelings, or emotions to oneself, often due to shyness or reticence. Her reserve made it difficult for others to get to know her well.

Sense 3: Caution

Verb:

1. Hesitate - to pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness. He hesitated before jumping into the unknown.

Sense 4: Shyness

Verb:

1. Back down - to withdraw from a position, request, or confrontation due to shyness or lack of assertiveness. He backed down when faced with the aggressive opponent.

Sense 5: Caution

Adjective:

1. Cautious - showing care and deliberation in avoiding unnecessary risks or mistakes. He approached the dangerous path with a cautious step.

Sense 6: Shyness

Adjective:

1. Reticent - inclined to keep one's thoughts, feelings, or emotions to oneself, often out of shyness. She was quite reticent during the party, preferring to observe rather than participate.