Shyly
5 lettersadverbUpdated June 2026
Definition
in a shy or timid manner
“She smiled shyly and looked away.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
shy·ly
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Synonyms
timidlybashfully
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"Shyly" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. With no vowels, it is best saved until you have placed the vowels.
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