GRE Word List
TIMOROUS
of a timid disposition : fearful
The meaning of the word timorous is of a timid disposition : fearful.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| arbitrary | existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance or as a capricious and unreasonable act of will |
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| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
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