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Trepid Definition & Meaning

trepid
adjective
  1. timid by nature or revealing timidity; "timorous little mouse"; "in a timorous tone"; "cast fearful glances at the large dog"

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What does trepid mean?
timid by nature or revealing timidity; "timorous little mouse"; "in a timorous tone"; "cast fearful glances at the large dog"
What part of speech is trepid?
Trepid is an adjective.

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