spineless
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for spineless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Lacking courage or willpower; unable to stand up for oneself.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use spineless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a spineless coward
spineless invertebrates
Frequently asked questions
What does “spineless” mean?
The word “spineless” means lacking courage or willpower; unable to stand up for oneself. In plain terms, cowardly and lacking backbone, or literally without a spine.
How do you use “spineless” in a sentence?
Here is “spineless” used in a sentence: “The manager was too spineless to confront the problem employee.”
What part of speech is “spineless”?
“Spineless” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “spineless” have?
“Spineless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lacking courage or willpower; unable to stand up for oneself.
