noun
- the quality or state of being unwilling to face danger, pain, or difficulty; lack of courage
Examples
- His cowardliness prevented him from standing up to the bullies.
- The general's cowardliness led to the defeat of the army.
- She overcame her cowardliness and finally spoke in front of the class.
- Cowardliness is often rooted in fear of the unknown.
- The soldier was ashamed of his cowardliness during the battle.
- Despite his cowardliness, he managed to help his friend in need.