lâcheté

Definitions of lâcheté
  1. noun
    the trait of lacking boldness and courage
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    type of:
    timidité
    fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities
  2. noun
    contemptible fearfulness
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    type of:
    peur
    the trait of being afraid
  3. noun
    the trait of lacking courage
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    antonyms:
    bravoure, courage, cran
    a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
    types:
    peur
    the trait of being afraid
    timidité
    fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities
    type of:
    esprit
    a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character
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