noun as in strong fondness

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cowardice, timidity, feigned courage

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Example Sentences

Example:He lacks the courage to face his fears and overcome them.

Definition:The state or quality of lacking courage; extreme timidity.

From cowardice

Example:Her timidity kept her from taking the lead in the project.

Definition:Cowardice; fearful shrinking from danger, difficulty, or opposition.

From timidity

Example:He feigned courage to gain people's admiration, but his actions were clearly cowardly.

Definition:False or insincere courage.

From feigned courage