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cowardly

/kəˈwɑːrdli/ adjective · British & US
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What does cowardly mean?

adjective

Lacking courage; showing fear or timidity; unwilling to take risks or face danger.

Example

"He was accused of being cowardly for abandoning his post during the battle."

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