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Timorously: meaning, definitions and examples

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timorously

 

[ ˈtɪməˌrəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behavior manner

Timorously describes an action taken with a sense of fear or hesitation. Someone who acts timorously may be reluctant to engage due to anxiety or a lack of confidence. This word often conveys a sense of shyness or a cautious approach to situations. It can be used to describe how a person speaks, moves, or reacts in various circumstances.

Synonyms

apprehensively, cautiously, fearfully, sheepishly

Examples of usage

  • She timorously approached the stage to give her speech.
  • The dog timorously backed away from the loud noise.
  • He timorously asked a question during the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "timorously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 timidamente

🇮🇳 डरपोक

🇩🇪 ängstlich

🇮🇩 takut

🇺🇦 боязко

🇵🇱 bojaźliwie

🇯🇵 臆病に

🇫🇷 timidement

🇪🇸 tímidamente

🇹🇷 ürkekçe

🇰🇷 겁먹은

🇸🇦 بخوف

🇨🇿 plachý

🇸🇰 plachý

🇨🇳 胆怯地

🇸🇮 plašno

🇮🇸 feiminn

🇰🇿 қорқақ

🇬🇪 სურვილით

🇦🇿 çəkinərək

🇲🇽 tímidamente

Etymology

The word 'timorously' originates from the Latin word 'timor', meaning 'fear'. This Latin root traces back to the verb 'timere', which means 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. Over time, the word has evolved in the English language to express not just fear but also hesitance and shyness in various actions. The adverbial form 'timorously' adds a descriptive element to how someone might perform an action, emphasizing their lack of confidence or fearfulness. It gained prominence in English literature during the 17th century, often used to describe characters in literature who are overcome by their apprehension. Its use continues to convey a nuanced understanding of human emotions and behaviors.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,024, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.