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Gutless (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Lacking courage or vitality; "he was a yellow gutless worm"; "a spineless craven fellow".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The politician's decision to abandon his campaign promises was seen as a gutless move by many of his supporters.
  • He was a gutless manager who never stood up for his employees when they were being bullied by the company's owners.
  • The boxer's gutless performance in the ring was a major disappointment to his fans.
  • The team's gutless effort in the championship game was a reflection of their lack of heart and determination.
  • The gutless bureaucrats who refused to take a stand against corruption were widely criticized by the public.

Antonyms

  • Gutsy

Related Words

  • Gutlessness (noun)

Meaning 2

Weak in willpower, courage or vitality.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The politician's gutless response to the crisis sparked widespread criticism from voters who had expected bolder action.
  • The gutless refusal to make tough decisions led to the company's financial downfall.
  • He was accused of being gutless after abandoning his team during a difficult project.
  • The fans jeered the gutless performance of the home team, which had been expected to win easily.
  • Her gutless decision to drop out of the race was met with disappointment from her supporters.

Synonyms

  • Wishy-washy
  • Spineless
  • Namby-pamby
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