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
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
scrapsfragments of discarded or leftover food
fleeta number of warships under a single command
strutto become turgid : swell
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
intermittentcoming and going at intervals : not continuous
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
barba medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic