adverb
tímidamente
timidly
Definition & meaning
Tímidamente means timidly, shyly, or hesitantly. It describes an action done with a lack of confidence, boldness, or assertiveness.
It can also describe something that begins or appears in a modest or tentative way, such as a slight improvement.
Grammar & Word origin
An adverb formed from the feminine adjective tímida (“shy” or “timid”) and the suffix -mente, which often corresponds to “-ly” in English.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
- vergonzosamente — shyly or bashfully; it can also mean “shamefully,” depending on context.
- hesitantemente — hesitantly; emphasizes uncertainty rather than shyness.
Antonyms
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
El niño habló tímidamente con su maestra.adverb
The boy spoke timidly with his teacher.
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