Timid: meaning, definitions and examples
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timid
[ ˈtɪmɪd ]
personality trait
showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She was too timid to speak up during the meeting.
- He approached the situation with a timid demeanor, unsure of what to do next.
animal behavior
showing a lack of aggression or assertiveness; easily scared or intimidated
Synonyms
apprehensive, fearful, nervous
Examples of usage
- The timid rabbit darted into its burrow at the slightest noise.
- The timid puppy cowered in the corner, afraid of the loud thunder.
Translations
Translations of the word "timid" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tímido
🇮🇳 संकोची
🇩🇪 schüchtern
🇮🇩 pemalu
🇺🇦 сором'язливий
🇵🇱 nieśmiały
🇯🇵 内気な (uchiki na)
🇫🇷 timide
🇪🇸 tímido
🇹🇷 utangaç
🇰🇷 수줍은 (sujubeun)
🇸🇦 خجول
🇨🇿 plachý
🇸🇰 plachý
🇨🇳 害羞的 (hàixiū de)
🇸🇮 plah
🇮🇸 feiminn
🇰🇿 ұялшақ
🇬🇪 მორიდებული (moridebuli)
🇦🇿 utancaq
🇲🇽 tímido
Etymology
The word 'timid' originated from the Latin word 'timidus', which means 'fearful'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of being timid has been explored in various literary works, portraying characters who struggle with confidence and courage. Over time, 'timid' has become a widely recognized term to describe someone who is shy or easily frightened.