faint-hearted

[US]/[ˈfeɪnt ˈhɑːtɪd]/
[UK]/[ˈfeɪnt ˈhɑːr.tɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Lacking courage; timid.; Showing a lack of determination or resolve.; Faint; weak (less common usage).

Phrases & Collocations

faint-hearted souls

being faint-hearted

faint-hearted attempt

too faint-hearted

faint-hearted leader

was faint-hearted

fear the faint-hearted

avoid the faint-hearted

no faint-hearted

faint-heartedness shown

Example Sentences

he was too faint-hearted to ask for a raise.

the faint-hearted applicant withdrew from the competition.

don't be faint-hearted; take a chance on something new.

she's a faint-hearted leader, afraid of making decisions.

a faint-hearted approach won't solve the problem.

he gave up, proving himself to be rather faint-hearted.

the faint-hearted investor sold his shares during the downturn.

we need someone brave, not faint-hearted, to lead the team.

being faint-hearted can prevent you from achieving your goals.

the faint-hearted student didn't participate in the debate.

don't let fear make you faint-hearted in pursuing your dreams.

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