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poor-spirited

/ˌpʊərˈspɪr.ɪ.tɪd/

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adjective

/ˌpʊərˈspɪr.ɪ.tɪd/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, описывающее человека, которому не хватает смелости, уверенности или решимости; робкий или трусливый.

An old-fashioned adjective describing someone who lacks courage, confidence, or determination; timid or cowardly.

  1. Lacking courage or resolveC2formal

    Having a weak, timid, or cowardly character; lacking in spirit or determination.

    ruМалодушный

    • His poor-spirited response to the challenge disappointed everyone.
    • She considered his refusal to defend his beliefs as poor-spirited.
    • A poor-spirited person avoids any situation that requires bravery.

    Synonymschickenheartedcowardlycravendastardlyfaint-heartedgutlesslily-liveredpusillanimousspinelesstimidtimorous

    Antonymsboldbravecourageousdauntlessfearlessgallantpluckyresolutespiritedvaliant

Forms
  • more poor-spirited comparative form
  • most poor-spirited superlative form