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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|---|---|
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| cremate | to subject to cremation |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| luxuriant | yielding abundantly : fertile |
| champion | a winner of first prize or first place in competition |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| endear | to cause to become beloved or admired |
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| verdant | green in tint or color |