Timidity (noun)

Lack of confidence or courage; shyness.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french timidite or latin timiditas, from timidus "timid".

Examples:

1. He struggled with timidity in social situations.
2. Her timidity held her back from applying for the job.
3. He overcame his timidity and asked her out on a date.
4. The timidity in her voice made it hard to understand what she was saying.
5. He was criticized for his timidity in making decisions.