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
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
doggerelloosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
distantseparated in space : away