1
sacrificing
1
self-abasing
1
self-abnegating
1
self-abnegatory
1
self-depreciating
1
self-depreciative
1
self-devoted
1
self-distrustful
1
self-doubting
1
self-immolating
1
self-neglectful
1
self-neglecting
1
self-renouncing
1
self-unconscious
1
silent(adjective, quiet, modest, shy, meek)
1
skittish(adjective, modest, nervous, humble, shy)
1
small(adjective, soft, shy, meek, frugal)
1
spare(adjective, soft, shy, meek, frugal)
1
standoffish(adjective, quiet, modest, meek, unassuming)
1
supine(adjective, soft, shy, meek, frugal)
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