gutless

• Bezeichnet eine Person, der es an Mut, Entschlossenheit oder Charakterstärke fehlt; auch für Handlungen oder Äußerungen, denen die nötige Kraft oder Substanz fehlt.

Describes a person who lacks courage, determination, or strength of character.

1. Lacking courageB2informal

   Having no bravery or determination; cowardly.

   Feige

   • He was too gutless to stand up for his beliefs.
   • The gutless politician avoided making any tough decisions.
   • It was a gutless move to blame someone else for his mistake.

   Synonymechickencowardlycravendastardlyfaint-heartedlily-liveredpusillanimousspinelesstimorousyellow

   Antonymeboldbravecourageousdaringfearlesspluckyspiritedstoutheartedvaliant

2. Lacking vitality or strengthC1informal

   Showing a lack of energy, spirit, or willpower.

   Kraftlos, energielos

   • The team's gutless performance disappointed the fans.
   • Her gutless response to the challenge surprised everyone.
   • He gave a gutless excuse for not completing the work.

   Synonymechickenheartedcowardlyfeebleineffectualirresolutelily-liveredpusillanimousspinelesstimidweak

   Antonymedynamicenergeticforcefulspiritedvigorous