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    timidity - Dictionary definition and meaning for word timidity

    Definition
    (noun) fear of the unknown or unfamiliar or fear of making decisions
    Synonyms : timidness , timorousness
    Definition
    (noun) fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities
    Synonyms : timorousness
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for timidity

timi(time)+dity(duty)..well you did nt do the duty of studying on time during exams.....so now you have lost your self confidence......

timidity some what sounds like tremor - you tremor only when you lack self confidence & courage

(its just a variation of preeti's)...timi(TIME)+dity(DUTY).. its your duty to TIMELY STUDY everyday otherwise you would LACK SELF-CONFIDENCE while attempting the questions in exam

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Timidity (loss of confidence) and Gallantry (bravery) are rhyming words with opposite meanings. While one signifies strength the other depicts weakness.

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