dolorifuge

/ˌdɒləˈrɪfʊdʒ/ or /ˌdoʊləˈrɪfʊdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who avoids or flees from pain or unpleasantness, often in a cowardly manner.

“Her reputation as a dolorifuge was tarnished when she abandoned her ailing mother in time of need.”

Synonyms

  • avoider
  • coward
  • fugitive

Antonyms

  • brave
  • hero