Pronunciation: /ˈkreɪvən/
noun a coward
A1 The craven ran away when he heard a loud noise.
A2 The craven refused to fight in the battle, fearing for his life.
B1 The craven's lack of courage caused him to miss out on many opportunities.
B2 The craven's cowardice was evident in his refusal to stand up for his beliefs.
C1 The craven's reputation as a coward preceded him wherever he went.
C2 Despite his craven nature, he eventually found the courage to face his fears and overcome them.
adjective cowardly; lacking courage
A1 He was too craven to stand up for himself.
A2 The craven soldier fled from the battlefield in fear.
B1 The craven act of bullying others is never justified.
B2 She showed a craven disregard for the safety of others.
C1 The politician's craven behavior was exposed by the media.
C2 The craven decision to prioritize profits over safety led to a major scandal.
formal His craven behavior during the battle was met with disdain by his fellow soldiers.
informal I can't believe how craven he was when confronted with a simple challenge.
slang Don't be such a craven, just face your fears and do it!
figurative Her craven attitude towards taking risks held her back from reaching her full potential.
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