Meaning & Definition of Timid in English
English⟶
Timid
/tɪmɪd/
noun
1. People who are fearful and cautious
- "Whitewater rafting is not for the timid"
synonym:
- timid,
- cautious
adjective
1. Showing fear and lack of confidence
synonym:
- timid
2. Lacking self-confidence
- "Stood in the doorway diffident and abashed"
- "Problems that call for bold not timid responses"
- "A very unsure young man"
synonym:
- diffident,
- shy,
- timid,
- unsure
3. Lacking conviction or boldness or courage
- "Faint heart ne'er won fair lady"
synonym:
- faint,
- fainthearted,
- timid,
- faint-hearted
Examples of using
She's timid.
Oh, if only we could be as shy and timid in our shameful actions as we are in our proper ones!
He's very timid.