Fainthearted

Pronunciation: /ˈfeɪnthɑːrtɪd/

Definitions of fainthearted

adjective showing a lack of courage or determination; timid

Example Sentences

A1 She is too fainthearted to watch horror movies.

A2 The fainthearted child refused to go on the roller coaster.

B1 Despite being fainthearted, he managed to face his fear of public speaking.

B2 The fainthearted hiker turned back before reaching the summit.

C1 Her fainthearted nature sometimes holds her back from taking risks.

C2 The fainthearted soldier struggled to keep up with the demands of the battlefield.

Examples of fainthearted in a Sentence

formal The fainthearted individual was unable to complete the challenging task.

informal Don't be fainthearted, just give it a try!

slang He's too fainthearted to even consider skydiving.

figurative Her fainthearted approach to life held her back from reaching her full potential.

Grammatical Forms of fainthearted

• past tense: fainthearted
• plural: fainthearted
• comparative: more fainthearted
• superlative: most fainthearted
• present tense: fainthearted
• future tense: will be fainthearted
• perfect tense: have been fainthearted
• continuous tense: being fainthearted
• singular: fainthearted
• positive degree: fainthearted
• infinitive: to be fainthearted
• gerund: faintheartedly
• participle: fainthearted

Origin and Evolution of fainthearted

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'fainthearted' originated from Middle English, influenced by Old English fēohtan (to fight) and Middle English feint (cowardly).

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'fainthearted' has retained its original meaning of lacking courage or being timid, with no significant shifts in its usage or connotation.