Timidly: meaning, definitions and examples
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timidly
[ ˈtɪmɪdli ]
used to describe an action or behavior
In a shy or fearful manner; showing a lack of confidence or courage.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She timidly approached the stage, unsure of herself.
- He spoke timidly, avoiding eye contact with the audience.
- The cat timidly crept out from under the bed.
- I timidly raised my hand to ask a question in class.
- They timidly entered the haunted house, holding onto each other for support.
Translations
Translations of the word "timidly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 timidamente
🇮🇳 सकुचाते हुए
🇩🇪 schüchtern
🇮🇩 dengan malu-malu
🇺🇦 боязко
🇵🇱 nieśmiało
🇯🇵 おずおずと
🇫🇷 timidement
🇪🇸 tímidamente
🇹🇷 çekingen bir şekilde
🇰🇷 소심하게
🇸🇦 بخجل
🇨🇿 nesměle
🇸🇰 nesmelo
🇨🇳 胆怯地
🇸🇮 plaho
🇮🇸 feimnislega
🇰🇿 ұялшақтықпен
🇬🇪 მორცხვად
🇦🇿 çəkinərək
🇲🇽 tímidamente
Word origin
The word 'timidly' originates from the Middle English word 'tymyde', which comes from the Old French 'timide' and the Latin 'timidus', both meaning 'fearful' or 'timid'. The concept of timidity has been explored in various cultures throughout history, often associated with feelings of shyness, fear, or lack of confidence.
See also: intimidate, timidity.