Timorous (Adjective)
Meaning
Timid by nature or revealing timidity; "timorous little mouse"; "in a timorous tone"; "cast fearful glances at the large dog".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The timorous child clung to her mother's hand as they walked through the crowded market.
- Her timorous nature made it difficult for her to speak up in class and share her opinions.
- The timorous tone in her voice betrayed her attempt to sound confident and assertive.
- The timorous little rabbit darted for cover at the slightest sound of footsteps.
- He cast timorous glances at the dark forest, hesitant to venture in alone at night.