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cowardice

noun
/ˈkaʊərdɪs/

Meaning

lack of courage; behavior showing fear

Example Sentences

His cowardice prevented him from speaking up.

Synonyms

timidity, fearfulness, spinelessness, pusillanimity

Antonyms

bravery, courage

Collocations

act of cowardice, sheer cowardice, display cowardice

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