How the Latin language influenced English with the word 'timid'

'Timid' is a word borrowed from Latin 'timidus'. The word entered the English language some time around 1549.

timid [adjective] [1549]

• lacking in courage or self-confidence
• lacking in boldness or determination

Meaning: lacking in courage or self-confidence a timid person; lacking in boldness or determination a timid policy.

Etymology: Latin timidus; from timere to fear.

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Origin: From Latin to English.

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