trepid

• 古旧形容词，意为胆怯的、害怕的，或因恐惧而发抖的。现代英语中很少使用。

An archaic adjective meaning timid, fearful, or trembling with apprehension. It is rarely used in modern English.

1. Timid or fearfulC2formal

   Feeling or showing a lack of courage or confidence; hesitant and nervous.

   胆怯的

   • The trepid child hid behind his mother's skirt.
   • Her trepid approach to the interview was evident.
   • He gave a trepid smile before stepping onto the stage.

   同义词afraidanxiousapprehensivefearfulnervoustimidtremulous

   反义词audaciousboldbraveconfidentcourageousdaringdauntlessfearlessintrepidvaliant