Cowardice
noun
Pronunciation: ˈkaʊədɪs
Definition
Lack of bravery or the tendency to avoid danger and difficulty through fear.
Examples
His refusal to stand up for his beliefs was widely seen as an act of pure cowardice.
The general was eventually stripped of his rank due to his cowardice on the battlefield.
She overcame her cowardice and finally confronted the person who had been bullying her.
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