timid · adjective
Sens et exemples
Qui manque d’assurance et se laisse facilement effrayer ou décourager.
The timid student gradually became more willing to ask questions when the tutor responded patiently to each attempt.
Her first contribution was timid, but the encouraging response helped her explain the rest of the idea.
He seemed timid in large meetings yet spoke confidently when discussing practical work with a small group.
A timid manner should not be mistaken for a lack of knowledge or commitment to the subject.
Formes
- more timid comparative
- most timid superlative