Craven (Noun)
Meaning
An abject coward.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The politician was a craven who changed his stance on the issue whenever it became unpopular with his constituents.
- He proved himself to be a craven in the face of danger, abandoning his comrades when they needed him most.
- The captain's refusal to take responsibility for the sinking of the ship exposed him as a craven to the entire crew.
- After fleeing the battlefield with his tail between his legs, the soldier was shunned by his comrades for being a craven.
- The once-respected leader's willingness to do whatever it took to maintain power, including betraying his friends and allies, marked him as a craven in the eyes of the people.