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
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
masochista person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily
ovationa ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender