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shyer vs shier

Both 'shyer' and 'shier' are correct spellings, but 'shyer' is more commonly used in modern English. They both mean the same thing, but 'shyer' is the preferred spelling.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 7114 views

shyer

This is the correct spelling and is commonly used in modern English.

The comparative form of 'shy' is 'shyer,' used to describe someone who is more reserved or timid than another person.
  • May 7, 2014 ... My Longman dictionary states that the comparative of 'shy' is 'shyer'. However, at least two online dictionaries also give the form 'shier' as ...
  • adj, shyer, shyest, shier or shiest. 1. not at ease in the company of others. 2. easily frightened; timid. 3. (often foll by of) watchful or wary. 4. (Card Games) poker ...
  • Derived Forms. shyer, noun. Word Origin. C18: of Germanic origin; compare Old High German sciuhen to make timid, Middle Dutch schüchteren to chase away.
  • Sep 22, 2013 ... London Grammar - Shyer. djnr. SubscribeSubscribed ..... 50+ videos Play all. Play now. Mix - London Grammar - Shyerby YouTube.

Alternatives:

  • more shy
  • less outgoing
  • more reserved
  • more timid
  • more introverted

shier

This is a correct spelling but less commonly used in modern English.

The comparative form of 'shy' is 'shier,' used to describe someone who is more reserved or timid than another person.

Alternatives:

  • more shy
  • less outgoing
  • more reserved
  • more timid
  • more introverted

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