|
|
- pronunciation:
- tI
mihd
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
not bold or confident with other people; shy.
The timid child did not like to go to parties.- synonyms:
- bashful, shy
- antonyms:
- assertive, bold, confident
- similar words:
- meek, reserved, shrinking
|
| definition 2: |
not eager or willing to face danger; fearful.
Timid people should not become astronauts.- synonyms:
- fearful, shy
- antonyms:
- adventurous, bold, daring
- similar words:
- afraid, apprehensive, cowardly, frightened, hesitant, scared
|
| related words: |
yellow |
|
|
| derivations: |
timidly (adv.), timidity (n.), timidness (n.) |
|
|