77 entries under hesitant topic. ×

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insecure(adjective, uncertain, awkward, nervous, worried)
9
shrinking(adjective, weak, nervous, shy)
9
unobtrusive(adjective, soft, modest, shy)
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apprehensive(adjective, weak, uncertain, fear, nervous)
8
doubtful(adjective, uncertain, nervous, shy)
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uncertain(adjective, awkward, nervous, doubtful)
8
unconfident(adjective, uncertain, nervous, worried)
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withdrawn(adjective, quiet, gentle, modest, aloof)
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cautious(adjective, quiet, gentle, uncertain, aloof)
4
afraid(adjective, weak, uncertain, fear, shy)
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distrustful(adjective, nervous, insecure, unsure)
4
dubious(adjective, uncertain, nervous, doubtful)
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jumpy(uncertain, nervous, shy, worried)
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loath(adjective, uncertain, shy, doubtful)
4
shaky(uncertain, fear, nervous, shy, worried)
4
unassured(adjective, quiet, uncertain, shy, doubtful)
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wavering(adjective, uncertain, nervous, shy, doubtful)
4
worried(adjective, uncertain, nervous, shy)
3
chary(adjective, shy, timid, unenthusiastic)
3
rabbity(adjective, quiet, shy, reticent)
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