Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
timid
IPA transcription: [t'ɪmɪd]
adverb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
timid
Meaning:
showing fear and lack of confidence
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
timid, cautious
Meaning:
people who are fearful and cautious; "whitewater rafting is not for the timid"
Usage examples
Men were better, or more timid.
He was very timid of his father.
He was one of the most timid of men.
It was timid and suspicious, but a great glutton.
He is very timid, ready to dart into his hole at the least sound.
be especially kind to the shrinking and timid, to the poor and unfortunate.
His face expressed attention and expectation, intent but timid and cringing.
Her heart fluttered, her cheek varied, and her answer to Lady Augusta Yorke was low and timid.
Your dear little face would be quite enough to scare away a timid adventure.' She knew what I meant.
Better than larger values, However true their show; This timid life of evidence Keeps pleading, "I don't know."