| Today's Word Brought to You By | |
|
|
| Timorous |  |
| adjective | 1. Showing or suffering from nervousness or a lack of confidence. |
|
|
|
 | | "Some of the children seemed timorous as they waited their turn to play, but everyone at the piano recital got through their pieces." | | "I always felt timorous speaking in front of a crowd, so I decided to take a public speaking class last year to improve my confidence." | | "You may feel timorous, but I know you studied hard for this exam and you're prepared." |
|
|
 | | Today's Word Brought to You By |  | | Start 2024 as a Calmer, More Focused You With BetterHelp | | In 2024, prioritize your mental well-being with BetterHelp. Enjoy the convenience and affordability of online therapy with access to over 22,000 licensed therapists, all from the comfort of your home. Develop a personalized treatment plan, manage stress and anxiety, and improve relationships — all with the support and guidance of a dedicated therapist. Invest in your mental health and create a happier, healthier future with BetterHelp. Start your journey today and get 25% off your first month! | | |
|
|
 | | Latin, mid-15th century |
|
|
 | | Take a look at the adjective "timorous" and you can likely guess an almost-exact synonym: "timid." Both come from the Latin verb "timere," meaning "to fear," but "timorous" was in use in late Middle English, around the mid-15th century, while "timid" didn't enter English until the mid-16th century. ... |  |
|
|
 | Do you remember these words? |
|
|
| Thank you for supporting our advertisers. |
|
|
No comments:
Post a Comment