Dif'fi-dent, a.
a. [Lat. diffidens, p. pr. of diffidere; It. diffidente, Sp. diffidente. See DIFFIDE.]
Sense 1. Wanting confidence in others; distrustful. “Diffident of present praise.” W. Scott. “Piety so diffident as to require a sign.” Bp. Taylor.
Sense 2. Wanting confidence in one's self; not self-reliant; timid; modest; bashful.
Synonyms—Distrustful; suspicious; hesitating; doubtful; modest; bashful; reserved.