| Adjective |
Meaning |
Example Sentence |
| Craven |
Lacking courage; cowardly |
His craven behavior during the crisis surprised his friends. |
| Fainthearted |
Lacking courage or resolve |
The fainthearted individual avoided taking risks. |
| Fearful |
Feeling afraid or scared |
His fearful demeanor showed his reluctance to confront the situation. |
| Gutless |
Lacking courage; cowardly |
His gutless response to challenges disappointed his team. |
| Scared |
Filled with fear or anxiety |
The scared individual avoided any potential conflict. |
| Spineless |
Lacking determination or backbone |
His spineless behavior allowed others to take advantage of him. |
| Timid |
Lacking confidence or courage |
She was timid and hesitant to voice her opinion. |
| Trembling |
Shaking due to fear or nervousness |
Her trembling hands showed her nervous, cowardly state. |
| Wimpy |
Lacking strength of character or resolve |
His wimpy attitude prevented him from standing up for himself. |
| Yellow |
Cowardly or lacking bravery |
He was often referred to as “yellow” due to his cowardice. |
