Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shily

Adverb
/ˈʃaɪli/
Definition
In a manner characterized by shyness or timidity.
Examples
  • She spoke shily during her presentation, avoiding eye contact with the audience.
  • He shily stepped forward when asked for volunteers.
Meaning
The adverb ‘shily’ refers to behaving in a way that is hesitant or reserved due to self-consciousness or lack of confidence.
Synonyms
  • Timidly
  • Shyly
  • Reservedly