trepid
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Definition
Adjective: 1. Fearful, apprehensive, or nervous: The state of being timid, anxious, or alarmed, often characterized by trembling or hesitation.
Usage
The word "trepid" is a formal and somewhat literary adjective. It describes a person, their manner, or their actions as showing fear or anxiety. It is not commonly used in everyday modern speech but appears in more formal writing or descriptive prose.
Examples
- He felt trepid about giving his first public speech.
- She gave a trepid glance towards the dark, unfamiliar path.
- His trepid approach to the manager's office was obvious to everyone.
Advanced Usage
- The word is the root of the more common noun trepidation, meaning a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
- Example: She faced the interview with considerable trepidation.
Variants and Related Words
- Trepidation (noun): A state of fear or anxiety.
- Example: The thought of flying filled him with trepidation.
- Intrepid (adjective): The direct antonym, meaning fearless and adventurous.
- Example: The intrepid explorer ventured into the unknown jungle.
Synonyms
- Timid
- Timorous
- Fearful
- Apprehensive
- Nervous
Antonyms
- Intrepid
- Fearless
- Bold
- Confident
- Brave
Adjective
- timid by nature or revealing timidity
- timorous little mouse
- in a timorous tone
- cast fearful glances at the large dog