timid

/ˈtɪmɪd/ · adjective

Meaning

Lacking in courage or confidence.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

timorous(English)shy(English)fainthearted(English)bashful(English)coy(English)cowardly(English)trepid(English)coward(English)milquetoast(English)tabby(English)smurf(English)ineffectual(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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