Dictionary entryCEFR C2adjective

timorous

IPA pronunciation: /ˈtɪm.ər.əs/

Listen to the pronunciation

Russian meaning

Робкий, боязливый

English definition

Showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or a lack of confidence.

Example

A timorous speaker often falters on pitch modulation during speaking tests.

Collocations

timorous voice
timorous creature
timorous manner

This is learning content written for DET preparation, not an official dictionary entry. Check a current dictionary or the institution's policy when precision matters.

Explore the dictionary

Definitions, IPA, Russian meanings, examples and collocations.

All words Practice