Synonyms for Cowardly & Similar Words
Definition of cowardly
- adjective
- lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted; "cowardly dogs, ye will not aid me then"- P.B.Shelley
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "cowardly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like caitiff, chicken, chickenhearted can replace "cowardly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Cowardly" in song lyrics
See how cowardly is used in real songs:
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"Black mambo, king snake, desert gecko, the cowardly"
Holocaust — Midnight in the Garden of Good -
"Look it, behavior sins tales to the cowardly"
Natas — Kill Me -
"Has poppin 'em from Shaolin, I don't mean to sound cowardly"
Pop Da Brown Hornet — I'm Soooo...