cowardice
noun/ˈkaʊɚdɪs/
Frequency rank: #11,575 most common English word
Meaning
lack of courage; the quality of being too afraid to do what is right or necessary.
Example sentence
The soldier was criticized for showing cowardice in the face of danger.
Synonyms & related words
- timidity
- fearfulness
- spinelessness
- weakness
Practice this word in the quiz
More words in ranks 11,501–11,600
- chesterfielda large, overstuffed sofa with padded arms and back of the same height.
- contraceptivea device, drug, or method used to prevent pregnancy.
- conversationalHaving the informal, relaxed tone typical of ordinary conversation.
- corrosiveCausing gradual destruction or damage, especially by chemical action.
- counterpointa technique in music where two or more independent melodies are played simultaneously in harmony; more broadly, something that contrasts with or complements another thing.
- crushera machine or person that crushes something by applying heavy force.
- cyclopsa giant one-eyed creature from Greek mythology.
- dahla thick South Asian dish made from cooked lentils or other pulses, often seasoned with spices.
- dillA feathery herb with a mild anise-like flavor, used in cooking and pickling.
- discontinueto stop doing or providing something permanently