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faint-heartedness
[/ˈfeɪnt ˈhɑːrtɪdnəs/]
noun
falta de coragem
1.
The quality or state of being lacking in courage; timidity or cowardice
His faint-heartedness prevented him from taking the necessary risks to succeed in business.
A sua falta de coragem impediu-o de correr os riscos necessários para ter sucesso nos negócios.
2.
A tendency to lose confidence or determination easily; reluctance to face difficulties
We cannot afford faint-heartedness when facing this challenge.
Não podemos permitir falta de coragem quando enfrentamos este desafio.
NYC Slang
being chicken; having no guts
Synonyms
cowardice
timidity
fearfulness
pusillanimity
spinelessness
lack of courage
Antonyms
courage
bravery
boldness
valor
fearlessness
intrepidness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
falta de coragem
Most common and widely understood translation
General Brazilian
pusilanimidade
More formal or literary usage
Portugal
falta de coragem
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Portugal
covardia
Alternative, slightly stronger term
Related Idioms & Phrases
cold feet
lose one's nerve
be a scaredy-cat
lack intestinal fortitude
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