timorousness

tim·or·ous  (tmr-s)

adj.

Full of apprehensiveness; timid.

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[Middle English, from Old French timoureus, from Medieval Latin timrsus, from Latin timor, timr-, fear, from timre, to fear.]

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timor·ous·ly adv.

timor·ous·ness n.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	timorousness - fear of the unknown or unfamiliar or fear of making decisions timidity, timidness fear, fearfulness, fright - an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) cold feet - timidity that prevents the continuation of a course of action; "I was going to tell him but I got cold feet" shyness - a feeling of fear of embarrassment diffidence, self-distrust, self-doubt - lack of self-confidence
	2.	timorousness - fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities timidity faintheartedness, faintness - the trait of lacking boldness and courage; "faintness of heart and infirmity of purpose" fearfulness - the trait of being afraid