Cowardice and Dauntlessness

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Cowardice noun - A shameful lack of courage in the face of danger.

Usage example: the cowardice shown by political leaders who were willing to give the Nazis whatever they wanted

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Dauntlessness is an antonym for cowardice.

Nearby Words: cowardly, coward, cowardliness

Dauntlessness noun - Strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger.

Usage example: the inspiring dauntlessness of the soldiers who led the charge up the hill

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Cowardice is an antonym for dauntlessness in courage topic.

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