cowardice
Cowardice (noun) means a lack of courage; the quality of being too afraid to do what is right or necessary. Example: “His silence in the meeting was seen as an act of cowardice.”
How to use cowardice
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe state or behavior of being a coward.
Word forms
cowardices plural
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His silence in the meeting was seen as an act of _____.
Etymology
From Middle English cowardise, borrowed from Anglo-Norman cuardise (modern French couardise).
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What does “cowardice” mean?
The word “cowardice” means a lack of courage; the quality of being too afraid to do what is right or necessary. In plain terms, the state or behavior of being a coward.
How do you pronounce “cowardice”?
“Cowardice” is pronounced KOW-uh-dihs (/ˈkaʊɚdɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “cowardice” in a sentence?
Here is “cowardice” used in a sentence: “His silence in the meeting was seen as an act of cowardice.”
What is the opposite of “cowardice”?
The opposite of “cowardice” — its antonyms — is courage.
What part of speech is “cowardice”?
“Cowardice” is a noun.