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timid

/'tɪmɪd/

Synonyms of timid Antonyms of timid Examples of timid Usage of timid Parts of timid Definition that contains timid Words sounding like timid Explanation of timid

adjective
lacking conviction or boldness or courage
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faint faint-hearted fainthearted cowardly fearful
adjective
lacking self-confidence
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"problems that call for bold not timid responses"

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diffident shy unsure
noun
people who are fearful and cautious
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"whitewater rafting is not for the timid"

Similar:

cautious

Opposite:

brave

type of:
people
adjective
showing fear and lack of confidence
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intimidated mousey mousy timorous trepid bashful coy fearful

Opposite:

bold

Examples of timid

"problems that call for bold not timid responses"
"whitewater rafting is not for the timid"