timid
timid
living beings pets adjective
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timid belongs to the topic "Pets". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
timid synonyms
What's the difference between timid / scared / afraid / frightened / fearful / jumpy
feeling frightened or frightened in the moment; often stronger, immediate fear
The scared puppy trembled during the thunderstorm.
The cat was afraid of the vacuum cleaner and hid under the bed.
feeling sudden fear; often describes a clear reaction to a frightening event
The frightened goldfish darted to the corner of the tank when the light flickered.
showing fear or full of fear; somewhat more formal or literary than 'afraid'
The fearful parrot clung to its perch when strangers approached.
easily startled and prone to sudden movements; informal
The jumpy ferret leaped when someone closed the door suddenly.
reserved or uncomfortable in social situations; reluctance to engage with others
The shy kitten took a long time to come out and meet us.
anxious or uneasy; often refers to ongoing tension rather than sudden fright
The nervous spaniel paced when strangers came into the room.
uneasy about a future event; worried or fearful of what may happen
The owner noticed the dog was apprehensive about going back into the busy park.
The bashful child hung back while the kitten explored the room.
cautious and watchful for danger or problems; emphasizes caution rather than fear
The wary rescue dog approached strangers slowly, keeping a distance.
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How to pronounce timid and what this word means
timid means timid. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce timid
/ˈtɪmɪd/
timid translation
timid
timid examples
The timid rabbit stayed in its hutch all day.
timid transcription
/ˈtɪmɪd/, /ˈtɪmɪd/
Questions about this word
timid meaning: what does it mean?
living beings pets adjective
timid pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
timid is pronounced as /ˈtɪmɪd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
timid definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The timid rabbit stayed in its hutch all day. Translation: Пугливый кролик целый день сидел в своей клетке.
Is timid part of Pets vocabulary?
Yes, timid can be learned in the Pets topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is timid part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, timid can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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