What is another word for unselfconfident?
Pronunciation: [ʌnsˈɛlfkənfˌɪdənt] (IPA) 
Unselfconfident means lacking self-confidence or self-assuredness. Synonyms for unselfconfident would be timid, unsure, hesitant, insecure, nervous, diffident, shy, bashful, apprehensive, uncertain, and doubtful. Each of these words describes a lack of confidence in one's own abilities or decisions. Timid suggests a fearfulness of taking risks or making bold moves. Unsure implies a lack of certainty in one's abilities or understanding. Hesitant suggests a reluctance to act due to doubt or uncertainty. Insecure describes a feeling of not being secure within oneself or one's environment. Nervous implies a jitteriness or anxiety that makes one hesitant to act. Diffident suggests a lack of confidence or faith in oneself. Shy implies a fear or avoidance of social situations due to feeling uncomfortable. Bashful suggests a reticence to speak or act in a public setting.
