timorous

/'timərəs/

Thân thiện

A timorous mouse peeks out from behind a small rock.

Definition

Adjective: - Timid by nature or revealing timidity: Showing or characterized by a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened.

Usage

The word "timorous" describes a person, animal, or their behavior/manner that is naturally fearful, hesitant, or lacking in boldness. It is a formal or literary term.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "Timorous of": Feeling fear or apprehension about something specific.
  • She was timorous of making a mistake in front of the critical audience.

Variants and Related Words

• Timorously (adverb): In a timid or fearful manner.
  • He knocked timorously on the principal's door.
• Timorousness (noun): The quality or state of being timorous.
  • Her timorousness prevented her from speaking up.

Synonyms

• Timid: Showing a lack of courage or confidence.
• Fearful: Feeling afraid; showing fear or anxiety.
• Apprehensive: Anxious or fearful that something bad will happen.
• Fainthearted: Lacking courage or conviction.

Antonyms

• Bold: Showing a willingness to take risks; confident and courageous.
• Brave: Ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage.
• Intrepid: Fearless; adventurous.
• Audacious: Showing a willingness to take bold risks.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. timid by nature or revealing timidity
   • timorous little mouse
   • in a timorous tone
   • cast fearful glances at the large dog

Từ đồng nghĩa

• fearful
• trepid