timid
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- noun
- /ˈtɪmɪd/
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tímido
- They're just timid people who want to be supported by their quote UN quote tribe.
Examples
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Many timid children tend to shy away from activities that involve competition.
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Timid individuals often find it difficult to speak up in large groups.
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The only people I know who succeed at everything they undertake are those who are timid in setting their goals.
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I feel like believers are very timid business people.
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Timid Muhammed Reza -- the introverted product of a Swiss boarding school -- would never have done it.
Academic text (2002) -
As a timid person, she preferred to stay in the background during discussions.
Synonyms
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A person who is too afraid to face danger or hard things
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A person who is too easily frightened to try new things
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A person who feels nervous around others and avoids social situations
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A person who gets scared easily by not very dangerous things
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A person who is very shy and does not speak up
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A person expected to be brave but who acts afraid
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A person who is easily frightened
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How Timid
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Etymology
Timid as a noun comes from the same Latin root timere 'to fear' and names people who are quick to feel fear. So, calling someone timid means they often avoid bold actions or dangerous situations because they are afraid.