Dictionary definition for: Timid
1. (n) people who are fearful and cautious; "whitewater rafting is not for the timid"
2. (a) showing fear and lack of confidence
3. (s) contemptibly timid
4. (s) lacking self-confidence; "stood in the doorway diffident and abashed" "problems that call for bold not timid responses" "a very unsure young man"
5. (s) lacking conviction or boldness or courage; "faint heart ne''er won fair lady"
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