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cowardly
01
lacking courage, typically avoiding difficult or dangerous situations
Disapproving
Examples
He was called cowardly for refusing to stand up to the bully.
1.1
(of an action) done in a way that targets someone who cannot defend themselves
Examples
The mugger 's cowardly attack on the elderly man shocked the community.
cowardly
01
in a manner characterized by lack of courage or bravery
Disapproving
Examples
She ran cowardly from the scene when confronted with the challenge.
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