Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
poltroon
Noun
/pɒlˈtruːn/
Definition
A poltroon is a person who is cowardly or lacks courage.
Examples
- The soldier was deemed a poltroon for fleeing from the battlefield.
- Despite his bravado, he was nothing more than a poltroon when it came to taking real risks.
- In the story, the poltroon character tried to avoid confrontation at any cost.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who shows extreme timidity or is marked by a lack of bravery, often in the face of danger or difficulty.
Synonyms
- Coward
- Craven
- APT
