Synonyms for

Cower

Verb / ˈkaʊɜ: / Another word for cower — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to crouch down in fear or shame

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The mouse would cower in the corner of the room whenever the cat entered.
  2. The little girl would cower behind her mother whenever she saw a spider.
  3. The soldier would cower in fear at the sound of gunfire.
  4. The embarrassed boy would cower when the teacher asked him a question.
  5. The scared rabbit would cower in its burrow whenever it heard a predator nearby.

Quotes

  • If you cower before the bully, he will strike harder.
  • Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, 'I will try again tomorrow.'
  • A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer.

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