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A shrinking violet

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Emotional Connotation

Implies vulnerability or a lack of confidence, sometimes used compassionately.

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Even amidst boisterous debates, he remained a shrinking violet.
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Informal Context

Used in casual conversation, less appropriate in formal writing or speeches.

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At parties, he's a bit of a shrinking violet.
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Not Negative

Being a shrinking violet isn't always bad; it can mean being thoughtful and reserved.

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He's considered the office shrinking violet, calmly observing before he acts.
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