Trepid (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 child exhibited trepid behavior, hesitating to draw attention to herself in the crowded classroom.
- Her trepid voice was barely audible over the sound of the loudspeaker.
- He spoke in a trepid tone, avoiding eye contact and fidgeting with his hands.
- The small dog displayed trepid behavior, cowering behind its owner's legs as the big dog approached.
- The once-confident public speaker now gave trepid presentations, stumbling over words and losing her train of thought.