Cowardice Definition, Prefix, Suffix, Ologies and Isms, Cowardice Information and Meaning

See also BEHAVIOR; FEAR

invertebracy

the state or quality of being without a backbone, hence, metaphorically, spinelessness; lack of strength of character.

poltroonery

cowardice; cowardly behavior. —poltroon, n. —poltroonish, adj.

pusillanimity

a cowardly, irresolute, or fainthearted condition. —pusillanimous, adj.

recreancy

cowardice, treason, or disloyalty. —recreant, n., adj.