Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
white-livered
Adjective
/ˈwʌɪt ˈlɪv.ərd/
Definition
Lacking courage; cowardly.
Examples
- Despite his impressive resume, his white-livered tendency kept him from applying for the challenging position.
- They called him white-livered for backing out of the adventure at the last minute.
Meaning
The term ‘white-livered’ describes someone who is afraid or timid, often avoiding confrontation or difficult situations due to fear.
Synonyms
- cowardly
- timid
- craven
- spineless
- fearful
