Words For Timidity

noun a person who is timid or submissive

adjective lacking in strength or character

• The milquetoast response from the politician failed to inspire confidence among the voters.
• He's such a milquetoast, always avoiding confrontation and conflict.
• Don't be a milquetoast, stand up for yourself and speak your mind.
• Her personality is like a milquetoast, bland and unremarkable.

noun a person who is easily frightened or scared

• The timid individual was often referred to as a scaredy pants by his peers.
• Don't be such a scaredy pants, it's just a harmless prank.
• Stop being a scaredy pants and just jump off the diving board already!
• She may act tough, but deep down she's a scaredy pants when it comes to spiders.