COWARDLY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted

Example: cowardly dogs, ye will not aid me then"- P.B.Shelley

Synonyms

Cowardly, Fearful

Antonyms

Brave

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "cowardly" comes from Middle English *cowardly.

🔗 Related Words

coward – A related word in the same word family.

ly – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

A word with PIE origins means it's been passed down through human mouths for over 6,000 years!

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