What does SHYER mean?

Shyer 1. Parts of Speech:

adjective

2. Definitions:

more shy; less confident or reserved in manner than others

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈʃaɪər/

UK: /ˈʃaɪə(r)/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "shyer" is the comparative form of the adjective "shy." It is used to describe someone who is more shy or less confident than others. The word "shy" comes from the Middle English word "schey," which means "easily frightened." The word has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in modern English.

5. Synonyms:

bashful, diffident, introverted, meek, timid

6. Related Words:

shyly, shays, shawn, shaws, sheaf

7. Example Sentences:

• He was shyer than his sister and didn like to speak in public.
• The new student was shyer than the others and kept to herself.
• She became shyer as she got older and didn like to be the center of attention.