diffidence

diffidence is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] The state of being diffident; distrust; want of confidence; doubt of the power, ability, or disposition of others. [Archaic] That affliction grew heavy upon me, and weighed me down even to a diffidence of God`s mercy. Donne.

[2] Distrust of one`s self or one`s own powers; lack of self-reliance; modesty; modest reserve; bashfulness. It is good to speak on such questions with diffidence. Macaulay. An Englishman`s habitual diffidence and awkwardness of adress. W. Irving.

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