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Timid (Adjective)

Showing fear and lack of confidence.

All adjective clusters.

The timid child hesitated to speak up in class, fearing ridicule from her classmates.
She was too timid to ask for a raise, despite feeling underpaid and overworked.
His timid nature made it difficult for him to make friends, as he often struggled to initiate conversations.
The timid student was reluctant to participate in the debate, intimidated by the more outspoken classmates.
The timid kitten cowered in the corner, afraid to approach the loud and boisterous dog.

Lacking self-confidence; "stood in the doorway diffident and abashed"; "problems that call for bold not timid responses"; "a very unsure young man".

All adjective clusters.

The timid student hesitated to ask the teacher a question in front of the whole class.
Her timid nature made it difficult for her to make friends in a new city.
The politician's timid response to the crisis was widely criticized by the media.
The artist's timid use of color resulted in a painting that lacked vibrancy and energy.
As a timid child, she often struggled to assert herself in group situations.

Lacking conviction or boldness or courage; "faint heart ne'er won fair lady".

All adjective clusters.

She was a timid person who never spoke up in meetings, afraid to express her opinions.
His timid smile betrayed his nervousness as he stood on stage, awaiting his turn to speak.
Despite her talented singing voice, she was too timid to audition for the school musical.
He was a timid leader, hesitant to make decisions without first consulting his colleagues.
Her timid demeanor made her seem more fragile than she actually was, hiding her inner strength.