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    Craintif (en. Fearful)

    /kʁɛ̃.tif/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is subject to fear or anxiety.
    A timid child often avoids new situations.
    Un enfant craintif évite souvent les situations nouvelles.
    Who shows great caution, a lack of self-assurance.
    His fearful attitude prevented him from taking risks.
    Son attitude craintive l'a empêché de prendre des risques.
    Who is easily impressed by threats or dangers.
    He has a timid character and is easily intimidated.
    Il a un caractère craintif et se laisse facilement intimider.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'craindre', derived from the Latin 'craintivus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be scared like a timid person
    To be very scared, to show great fear.
    avoir peur comme un craintif
    to be timid like a rabbit
    To behave in a very shy or fearful manner.
    être craintif comme un lapin

    Related Words

    fear
    Feeling of apprehension in the face of danger.
    crainte
    fearful
    Refers to someone who experiences fear.
    craint
    anxiety
    State of anguish caused by a potential danger.
    inquiétude

    Slang Meanings

    Weak-kneed
    He is so weak-kneed that he doesn't even dare to ask for a raise.
    Il est tellement mou du genou qu'il n'ose même pas demander une augmentation.
    Chicken
    Don't be a chicken, go for it!
    Ne sois pas une poule mouillée, lance-toi !