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Definition of timidness

timidness

/ˈtɪm.ɪd.nəs/
tim · id · ness
Adverb:timidly
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Adjective:timid
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timidness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of lacking courage, confidence, or boldness; shyness or fearfulness.

Example

"Her initial timidness during the first few days of the seminar gradually gave way to confident participation."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "timidness" is grammatically standard, native speakers more frequently prefer its Latinate counterpart "timidity" in formal writing.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "timid" (from Latin timidus, meaning "fearful," from timere, "to fear") and the Old English noun-forming suffix "-ness".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Timidness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/timidness
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