Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cowedly
Adverb
/ˈkaʊ.əd.li/
Definition
In a manner that is timid or fearful, lacking in courage.
Examples
- The dog cowered cowedly in the corner during the thunderstorm.
- He spoke cowedly, avoiding eye contact with his superiors.
- She cowedly backed away from the confrontation, unsure of how to respond.
Meaning
To act in a way that shows fear or reluctance, often because of intimidation.
Synonyms
- timidly
- fearfully
- meekly
- submissively
