GRE Word List

TIMIDITY

lacking in courage or self-confidence

The meaning of the word timidity is lacking in courage or self-confidence.

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WordMeaning
archaichaving the characteristics of the language of the past and surviving chiefly in specialized uses
defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
terminologythe technical or special terms used in a business, art, science, or special subject
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
bedraggleto wet thoroughly
palatialof, relating to, or being a palace
detrimentalobviously harmful : damaging
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency