peery

/ˈpɪri/ or /ˈpiːri/

Definitions

1. adjective

easily frightened or upset; timid or nervous

“She was a peery child who couldn’t handle scary movies.”

2. noun

a small valley or hollow in a hill or mountain

“The old village nestled in a peery, surrounded by dense trees.”

Synonyms

  • apprehensive
  • fearful
  • nervous
  • timid

Antonyms

  • bold
  • brave
  • confident
  • fearless