Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

TIMID

Shy

The most appropriate synonym of the word timid is shy.

• Timid means showing a lack of courage or confidence; shy.
• Shy means feeling or showing nervousness or hesitation in the presence of others.

The other words in the options have different meanings.

• Willful means determined to have one's own way regardless of what others think.
• Kind means having or showing a friendly, generous, and considerate nature.
• Strong means having or showing great physical or mental power.