SELF-DISTRUST Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

self-distrust

noun

Definition of self-distrust

as in diffidence

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Noun

Playing Edward as the courtly and compassionate polar-opposite of his awful sister Fanny, MacKay brings a gentle diffidence that syncs beautifully with Edgar-Jones’ delicate reserve.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
Our pro bono military operations have been conducted with noticeable diffidence.

— Robert Stone, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of diffidence

Noun

Such a gamble could deepen Israel’s insecurity, but electoral desperation seldom improves anyone’s judgment.

— Ali Vaez, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
But beneath his optimism was a coach who understood how to bring out the best in people—even when that meant confronting their insecurities, calling out bad behavior, and demanding better.

— Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of insecurity

Noun

One writer signed up to work with a confidence coach for the first time, and ended up doubting that her self-doubt was all that bad.

— Eric Levitz, Vox, 15 Oct. 2026
Your friend may show changes in their usual mood or mindset, such as sadness, depression, anxiety, self-doubt or low self-esteem.

— Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of self-doubt

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