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wallflower

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of wallflower

a shy or reserved person
  • The DJ played music that brought even the wallflowers to the dance floor.
Synonyms of wallflower

introvert, shrinking violet
Words Related to wallflower

mouse

cold fish, iceberg, icicle
Antonyms of wallflower

extrovert (also extravert)

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