timid

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈtɪmɪd/

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Adjective

Positive timid

Comparative more timid

Superlative most timid

1. If a person is timid, he or she does not have the courage or confidence to complete something.
   • Synonyms: fearful, timorous and shy
   • Antonyms: daredevil, dauntless, bellicose, reckless and aggressive