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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WordMeaning
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
pretendto give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
rehabilitateto restore to a former capacity : reinstate
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
venoma toxic substance produced by some animals (such as snakes, scorpions, or bees) that is injected into prey or an enemy chiefly by biting or stinging and has an injurious or lethal effect
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely