timidus — meaning in English

English meaning

• afraid adj Feeling fear; frightened.
• fearful adj Feeling afraid or anxious.
• scared adjective Feeling fear; afraid.
• shy adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.
• timid adj Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.

Senses

timidus is used for these senses in English:

• afraid Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.
• fearful Frightening; causing fear.
• scared Feeling fear; afraid, frightened.
• shy Easily frightened; timid.
• timid Lacking in courage or confidence.

afraid — full definition

1. adj Feeling fear; frightened.
2. adj Used to soften bad news or a polite refusal; sorry to say.
3. adj Worried about someone or something; concerned for their safety or outcome.

fearful — full definition

1. adj Feeling afraid or anxious.
2. adj Causing fear; terrifying.
3. adj Very bad or severe (informal intensifier).

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