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Synonyms & Similar Words
fearful
anxious
apprehensive
nervous
timid
cowardly
faint-hearted
spineless
craven
pusillanimous
diffident
hesitant
uncertain
irresolute
vacillating
weak-kneed
lily-livered
chicken-hearted
yellow-bellied
spineless
timid
tremulous
quaking
quivering
cowering
shrinking
recreant
faint
feeble
weak
delicate
dainty
sensitive
squeamish
skittish
jittery
jumpy
on edge
high-strung
tense
uptight
worried
concerned
alarmed
afraid
scared
terrified
petrified
horrified
Meaning of Timorous
The primary meaning of "timorous" is showing or feeling fear or nervousness.
Definitions
- Having or showing a lack of courage or confidence
- * Feeling or showing fear or nervousness
- * Lacking boldness or determination
Etymology of Timorous
The word "timorous" originates from the Latin word "timor," meaning fear, and the suffix "-ous," which forms an adjective
It has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe someone who is fearful or lacking in courage
Example Uses
- The timorous child was afraid to ride the roller coaster
- * She was too timorous to speak up in the meeting
- * The timorous investor was hesitant to take risks in the stock market
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
fearless
brave
courageous
bold
confident
daring
audacious
intrepid
valiant
heroic
stalwart
resolute
determined
unafraid
undaunted
dauntless
unflinching
steadfast
unwavering
unshakeable
firm
steady
cool
calm
collected
composed
poised
self-assured
assertive
aggressive
forceful
powerful
strong
sturdy
robust