ADJECTIVE as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

timid, cautious, unenterprising

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Example Sentences

Example:Timid children often hide under the bed when they hear loud noises.

Definition:Lacking in courage or strength of mind; easily frightened or alarmed.

From timid

Example:The cautious driver always checks the rearview mirror before changing lanes.

Definition:Showing a desire to avoid risk by careful and circumspect planning and action.

From cautious

Example:The unenterprising approach to business left the company struggling to compete.

Definition:Not willing or ready to take risks or to try new and promising courses of action.

From unenterprising