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
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
executionerone who executes
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
menageriea place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
limnto draw or paint on a surface
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically