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- [tim-id]
- /ˈtɪm ɪd/
- /ˈtɪm.ɪd/
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- [tim-id]
- /ˈtɪm ɪd/
Definitions of timidly word
- adjective timidly lacking in self-assurance, courage, or bravery; easily alarmed; timorous; shy. 1
- adjective timidly characterized by or indicating fear: a timid approach to a problem. 1
- adverb timidly shyly 1
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Origin of timidly
First appearance:
before 1540 One of the 30% oldest English words
1540-50; < Latin timidus fearful, equivalent to tim(ēre) to fear + -idus -id4
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Parts of speech for Timidly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
timidly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 51% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
timidly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for timidly
adv timidly
- agilely — quick and well-coordinated in movement; lithe: an agile leap.
- airily — in a jaunty or high-spirited manner
- apprehensively — uneasy or fearful about something that might happen: apprehensive for the safety of the mountain climbers.
- breezily — abounding in breezes; windy.
- charily — cautiously; carefully
adverb timidly
- bashfully — In a bashful manner.
- coyly — artfully or affectedly shy or reserved; slyly hesitant; coquettish.
- ethereally — In an ethereal manner.
- falteringly — to hesitate or waver in action, purpose, intent, etc.; give way: Her courage did not falter at the prospect of hardship.
- gutlessly — In a gutless way; with cowardice.
Antonyms for timidly
adv timidly
- audaciously — extremely bold or daring; recklessly brave; fearless: an audacious explorer.
- bravely — possessing or exhibiting courage or courageous endurance.
- chivalrously — having the qualities of chivalry, as courage, courtesy, and loyalty.
- fearlessly — without fear; bold or brave; intrepid.
- gallantly — brave, spirited, noble-minded, or chivalrous: a gallant knight; a gallant rescue attempt.
adverb timidly
- adventurously — inclined or willing to engage in adventures; enjoying adventures.
- commandingly — being in command: a commanding officer.
- confidently — having strong belief or full assurance; sure: confident of fulfillment.
- courageously — possessing or characterized by courage; brave: a courageous speech against the dictator.
- daringly — In a daring manner; boldly; courageously; fearlessly; impudently.
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