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6 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Poltroon' in a Sentence

"A miserable coward; someone lacking courage." more

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The soldiers were disheartened by the presence of a poltroon in their midst.
The poltroon's lack of courage was a source of constant mockery among his peers.
The courtroom was stunned as the poltroon confessed to the crime.
In the face of adversity, the poltroon's instinct was to flee rather than stand and fight.
The captain could not tolerate a crewmate who proved to be a poltroon in storms.
The poltroon's lack of courage cost him the opportunity to prove his worth.

Poltroon

pol-troon
nounA miserable coward; someone lacking courage.

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Last Updated On: July 3, 2024
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