Synonyms of coward

Antonyms of coward

Collocations of coward

cowardly behavior
Frequency: 65 %

Her cowardly behavior of blaming others for her mistakes was not well-received.

cowardly act
Frequency: 60 %

She regretted her cowardly act of not standing up for her beliefs when it mattered most.

cowardly decision
Frequency: 50 %

His cowardly decision to betray his friends for personal gain haunted him for the rest of his life.

cowardly retreat
Frequency: 45 %

The soldiers were ordered to make a cowardly retreat in the face of the enemy's advance.

Idiomatic Expressions for coward

  • Phrase: cowardly lion
    Meaning: Someone who appears brave but is actually timid or fearful.
    Usage: He may act tough, but deep down he's just a cowardly lion.