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Noun: cowardice  kaw(-u)r-dis
  1. The trait of lacking courage
    "it is a peculiar insult to be taunted with cowardice by a woman";
    - cowardliness

Derived forms: cowardices

See also: cowardly, fearful

Type of: spirit

Antonym: bravery

Encyclopedia: Cowardice