Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
niding
Noun
/ˈnɪdɪŋ/
Definition
Niding is an archaic term that refers to a coward or despicable person, often used to denote someone who is without honor.
Examples
- The hero of the story confronted the niding who betrayed his friends.
- In folklore, nidings were often punished for their cowardice.
- She refused to associate with any niding who would not stand up for what was right.
Meaning
It typically conveys a sense of disdain for someone’s lack of bravery or moral integrity.
Synonyms
- coward
- craven
- traitor
- scoundrel
