Meaning of the word fainthearted in English
What does fainthearted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fainthearted
US /ˌfeɪntˈhɑːr.t̬ɪd/
UK /ˌfeɪntˈhɑː.tɪd/
Adjective
Someone who is fainthearted is not confident or brave and dislikes taking unnecessary risks:
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He deals with subjects more fainthearted filmmakers would stay away from.
Noun
people who are not brave:
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The drive along the winding coast road is not for the fainthearted.