Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking strength, courage, or resilience; lacking a solid foundation or support

“The company’s backboneless decision-making process led to a series of poor investments.”

2. adjective

Lacking a backbone or spine; spineless

“The politician’s backboneless behavior was criticized by her opponents.”

3. adverb

In a backboneless manner; without strength or resilience

“The team played a backboneless game, losing to their opponents in the final minutes.”