Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-out-of-your-shell
idiom
/kʌm aʊt əv jʊr ʃɛl/
Definition
To become more open and outgoing after being shy or reserved.
Examples
- After years of being quiet, she finally decided to come out of her shell at the party.
- Joining the drama club helped him come out of his shell and make new friends.
- The retreat was a great opportunity for the shy students to come out of their shells.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe the process of someone becoming more sociable or expressive after a period of introversion or timidity.
Synonyms
- open up
- become more sociable
- break out of one’s shell
