Definition

More shy or lacking in confidence than someone or something else.

Example

She felt timider than her friends when speaking in public.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I noticed you seem a bit timider around new people lately.

Yeah, I guess I’ve been feeling a bit out of my comfort zone.

It’s totally normal to feel that way sometimes.

Thanks for understanding! I’ll try to be more outgoing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Timider → It is formed from "timidus" (from Latin, meaning fearful or timid) and "-er" (a suffix used to indicate a person who performs a specific action). The word "timider" refers to a person who is more fearful or timid than others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'fearful' ('timidus') and the '-er' indicating a person. This helps you remember that 'timider' describes someone who is more fearful.

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