timidity
/tɪˈmɪdəti/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #6288 in the learning path
胆怯；缺乏自信
Definitions
n. A lack of courage or confidence in facing people or situations.
胆怯；缺乏自信
Example
Her timidity made asking for help difficult at first.
她性格胆怯，起初很难开口求助。
Supportive classroom environments can reduce students' timidity and encourage them to participate more actively in discussions.
支持性的课堂环境可以减轻学生的胆怯，鼓励他们更积极地参与讨论。
Collocations
- overcome timidity
- natural timidity
- timidity and hesitation
Word family
- timid (adj.)
- timidly (adv.)
Synonyms
- shyness
- diffidence
Antonyms
- confidence
- boldness
Usage tip
不可数名词；形容词为timid，指胆小、不自信。
FAQ
- What does timidity mean?
- A lack of courage or confidence in facing people or situations.
- How is timidity pronounced?
- UK /tɪˈmɪdəti/, US /tɪˈmɪdəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
