timid
/tˈɪmɪd/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
adjective
- showing fear and lack of confidence
- lacking self-confidence
“stood in the doorway diffident and abashed” - lacking conviction or boldness or courage
“faint heart ne'er won fair lady”
noun
- people who are fearful and cautious
“whitewater rafting is not for the timid”
Synonyms for timid
Antonyms of timid
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