Tongue-tied synonyms
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The definition of speechless is nothing to say, or when you are made silent, usually as a result of a surprise or other strong emotion.
(Phonet.) Not pronounced
Not able to speak understandably, effectively, or coherently
at-a-loss-for-words
(Idiomatic) Having nothing to say; stunned to the point of speechlessness.
Simple past tense and past participle of dumbfound
The definition of nervous is fearful, timid, frightened or anxious.
dumb (related)
(Informal) Stupid; moronic
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mute (related)
Not giving a ringing sound when struck; said of a metal.
reserved (related)
Designated as unavailable except for a certain purpose or user; kept in reserve:
Marked by absence of noise or sound; still:
Showing an embarrassed timidity
choked-up
Simple past tense and past participle of choke up
A quick throw; a fling.
Characterized by incoherent speech, thought, etc.
nark (related)
jelous (related)
bad-temper (related)
short-tempered (related)
self-absorbed (related)
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conceited (related)
(Usage Problem) Reluctant; unwilling.
Find another word for tongue-tied. In this page you can discover 23 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for tongue-tied, like: speechless, aphonic, inarticulate, at-a-loss-for-words, dumbfounded, nervous, dumb, mute, reserved, silent and bashful.