Shyer vs. Shier

Shyer vs. Shier — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Shyer and Shier

Shyeradjective

Easily startled; timid

a shy deer.

Shieradjective

A comparative of shy1.

Shyeradjective

Tending to avoid contact or familiarity with others; retiring or reserved

a shy student who stayed in the back of the room.

Shiernoun

A horse that shies.

Shyeradjective

Characterized by reserve or diffidence

a shy glance.

Shyeradjective

Distrustful; wary

shy of strangers.
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Shyeradjective

Not having a sufficient or specified amount, as of money

was shy $100 on his rent.was two victories shy of the school record.

Shyerverb

To move suddenly or draw back, as if startled or afraid

The horse shied at the loud sound.

Shyerverb

To avoid engaging in, treating, or discussing something

"a film adaptation that would not shy away from the novel's controversial themes" (Scot French).

Shyernoun

A sudden movement, as from fright; a start.

Shyernoun

A horse that shies.