adj
timid
TIH-mihd
adj
1
Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.
"The timid puppy hid behind the sofa when guests arrived."
"She gave a timid answer, unsure if she was right."
How to Use Timid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShy or nervous, especially when facing new people or situations.
Common pairings
timid smile
timid voice
shy and timid
Word Forms
timider comparative, more timid comparative, timidest superlative, most timid superlative
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Etymology
From Latin timidus, "full of fear", from timeo, "to fear".