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timorously

/ˈtɪm.ɚ.əs.li/
tim · or · ous · ly
Adjective:timorous
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• adverb

1

In a manner marked by fear, nervousness, or a lack of confidence; timidly or fearfully.

Example

"The new intern knocked timorously on the director's door before stepping inside."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'timorous' plus the suffix '-ly'. 'Timorous' derives via Middle French 'timoreux' from Medieval Latin 'timorosus', ultimately from Latin 'timor' (fear) and 'timere' (to fear).

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