adj.羞怯的，胆怯的，畏怯的

The young child was timorous of the thunderstorm, hiding under the bedheets.
这个小孩害怕雷暴，躲在床单下。
She felt timorous when she had to give a public speech, her voice trembling slightly.
她在公开演讲时感到胆怯，声音微微颤抖。
The puppy was timorous around strangers, always cowering in its owner's presence.
小狗对陌生人很胆小，总是在主人身边畏缩。
He was a timorous investor, hesitant to take risks with his money.
他是一个胆小的投资人，对投资风险犹豫不决。
The explorer was timorous of the unknown territory, but he pressed on with determination.
探险家对未知的土地心存恐惧，但还是坚定地继续前行。
The timid mouse crept cautiously along the edge of the garden, avoiding any potential dangers.
那只胆小的老鼠小心翼翼地沿着花园边缘移动，避开可能的威胁。
The teacher had to reassure the timorous students before they could face their first chemistry experiment.
在进行第一次化学实验前，老师必须安抚那些胆小的学生。
His timorous nature made him hesitant to join the adventurous hiking trip.
他的胆小使他犹豫是否参加这次冒险的徒步旅行。
The soldier, who had seen battle, was surprisingly timorous when it came to civilian life.
这位曾经历战的士兵在平民生活中竟然出奇地胆怯。
The actor, despite his experience, still felt timorous before stepping onto the stage for the opening night.
尽管经验丰富，演员在首演之夜走上舞台前仍感到紧张。