poltroonery

/pɑlˈtrunəri/
noun
  1. Cowardly behavior or lack of courage.
    • History books often condemn leaders whose poltroonery led to the loss of their armies.
    • The knight's poltroonery was revealed when he refused to face his opponent.
    • Her poltroonery in the debate disappointed her supporters, who expected a strong defense.
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