timorous
US /ˈtɪm.ɚ.əs/
UK /ˈtɪm.ər.əs/
形容词
胆怯的, 羞怯的, 畏缩的
showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or a lack of confidence
示例:
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The timorous kitten hid under the bed when the dog barked.
狗叫时，胆怯的小猫躲到了床底下。
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She gave a timorous smile, unsure of how to respond.
她胆怯地笑了笑，不确定如何回应。