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cowed

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Cowed (adj) means Made too afraid to resist or object.

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Made too afraid to resist or object.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Its probable origins are Scandinavian; compare Danish kue, meaning ‘to subdue’.

Synonyms

intimidated

Antonyms

emboldened

Related words

encouraged discouraged bullied empowered intimidated emboldened

Rhymes for cowed

owed bowed vowed rowed allowed endowed widowed hallowed borrowed shadowed mellowed overshadowed

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cowed?

"cowed" (adj) means made too afraid to resist or object.

What is another word for cowed?

Other words for "cowed" include intimidated.

What is the opposite of cowed?

The opposite of "cowed" is emboldened.

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