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What is another word for Spinelessness? – 128 Spinelessness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    cowardice weakness timidity faintness feebleness spineless craven pusillanimity meekness submissiveness docility tameness lacklessness irresoluteness indecisiveness vacillation dithering hesitation irresolution weakness of will want of backbone poltroonery faint-heartedness cowardliness gutlessness lack of courage moral weakness character weakness fortitudelessness

    Meaning of Spinelessness

    The primary meaning of the word "Spinelessness" is the lack of courage or determination.

    Definitions

    • The state of being weak-willed or lacking in courage, determination, or firmness of character
    • The quality of being spineless, or lacking a strong backbone, either physically or metaphorically

    Etymology of Spinelessness

    The word "Spinelessness" originates from the combination of "spine" (the series of bones extending from the skull to the tailbone, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the torso) and the suffix "-lessness" (used to form nouns indicating a lack or absence of a quality), with the concept of "spine" being used metaphorically to represent strength, courage, or backbone
    Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals who lack the courage or determination to stand up for themselves or their beliefs

    Example Uses

    • The politician's spinelessness in the face of opposition was widely criticized by the media and the public
    • The company's spinelessness in dealing with the crisis led to a loss of customer trust and a decline in sales
    • The athlete's spinelessness under pressure cost the team the championship title

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    fortitude courage bravery valor daring audacity fearlessness intrepidity backbone grit determination resoluteness decisiveness strength firmness steadfastness resolve pluck mettle nerve guts boldness heroism gallantry

    Related Nouns

    courage backbone strength character fortitude willpower determination resolve grit mettle nerve guts boldness heroism gallantry valor bravery daring audacity fearlessness intrepidity poltroonery cowardice timidity faintness

    Related Verbs

    cower cringe quail flinch shrink recoil backdown give in yield surrender capitulate succumb falter waver hesitate dither vacillate stand up resist defy confront brave dare challenge

    Related Adjectives

    courageous brave valiant daring audacious fearless intrepid resolute determined strong firm steadfast decisive bold heroic gallant gritty plucky nervy gutsy cowardly timid faint weak feeble spineless