Cravens Meaning in English
word · lemma: craven
Definition
'Cravens' is the plural form of 'craven,' meaning people who are very cowardly or lack courage.
Usage & Nuances
Highly formal and literary; rarely used in modern speech. 'Cravens' usually appears in historical, poetic, or dramatic texts to insult or criticize. Don't confuse it with 'ravens' (the bird).
Example Sentences
The king called his enemies cravens because they refused to fight.
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The legend says only cravens would run from a challenge.
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They were branded as cravens after they abandoned their friends.
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"Stand up for yourself! Only cravens hide behind empty words," she shouted.
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In tales of heroism, the cravens are always the first to flee when danger comes.
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It’s easy to spot the cravens—they never take responsibility when things go wrong.
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