Timorous Definition & Meaning
/ˈtɪm.ər.əs/
• nervous and easily frightened; without much confidence
She spoke with a timorous voice.
The timorous kitten ran away.
The timorous rabbit would not come out from under the bed.
The timorous soldier ran from his post when he saw the enemy approaching.
Synonyms & Similar Words
cowardly
faint-hearted
chicken
insecure
uncertain
inhibited
fearful
mousy
mousey
scared
shy
skittish
timid
terrified
tremulous
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
confident
daring
adventurous
venturesome
intrepid
gutsy
valiant
bold
assured
courageous
assertive
fearless
audacious
• timorously adverb
He timorously approached the teacher.
• timorousness noun
She has a touching mixture of courage and timorousness.