Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
craven
Adjective
/ˈkreɪ.vən/
Definition
Craven describes someone who is extremely cowardly or lacking in courage.
Examples
- The craven soldier fled the battlefield at the first sign of danger.
- Her craven decision to back out of the challenge disappointed her friends.
Meaning
When someone is called craven, it means they show a lack of bravery or are fearful in a way that is considered shameful.
Synonyms
- cowardly
- timid
- spineless
- pusillanimous
- fearful
