unduteous

/ˌʌndˈjuːʃəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Unwilling or reluctant to take action, especially in a way that is considered noble or virtuous

“The politician was accused of being unduteous in the face of the economic crisis.”

2. adverb

In an unworthy or reluctant manner

“He acted unduteously in the situation, showing a lack of courage.”

Synonyms

  • cowardly
  • unheroic

Antonyms

  • duteous
  • ourageous