Definition of timorous Timorous

/tɪˈmɚʌs/ - [timerus] - tim•or•ous

We found 4 definitions of timorous from 3 different sources.

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What does timorous mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

timorous - timid by nature or revealing timidity; "timorous little mouse"; "in a timorous tone"; "cast fearful glances at the large dog"
  fearful, trepid
  timid showing fear and lack of confidence
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  • timorous (a.)
    Fearful of danger; timid; deficient in courage.
  • timorous (a.)
    Indicating, or caused by, fear; as, timorous doubts.

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