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 |
|---|---|
| comprehensive | covering completely or broadly : inclusive |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| amplify | to expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| founder | one that founds or establishes |
| diabolical | of, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish |
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| sinewy | full of sinews: such as |