Bashful

Pronunciation

• IPA: ˈbʰæʃfəɫ, ˈbʰæʃfÊŠÉ«

Alternative forms

• bashfull archaic

Origin

Aphesis of abashed + -ful("full of").

Full definition of bashful

Adjective

1. inclined to avoid notice
2. reserved; disinclined to familiar approach.

Synonyms

• shy