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timorous

adjective

/ˈtɪmərəs/

Meaning

showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or lack of confidence

The timorous student hesitated to ask the teacher a question.

fearful, shy, hesitant, unconfident

courageous, daring, fearless

timorous attitude, timorous voice, timorous glance

morally bad or evil; also informally very good or impressive

Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.

relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy

having or showing bravery; able to face danger or difficulty

extremely distressing or upsetting

loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound or behavior