weekling

/ˈwiːk.lɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who gives up easily or shows a lack of courage

“He’s a weekling on the battlefield, always running away from the enemy.”

2. verb

to become weak or timid

“After facing the bully, he began to weekling in school.”

Synonyms

  • coward
  • timid

Antonyms

  • brave
  • fearless