adverb
- in a cowardly manner; showing lack of courage or bravery
Examples
- He cravenly refused to stand up for his friend when she was being bullied.
- The general cravenly retreated without engaging the enemy.
- She cravenly avoided the difficult conversation with her boss.
- They cravenly abandoned their principles to gain favor with the powerful.
- He cravenly hid behind excuses rather than admit his mistake.