What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
henhearted
Example
He was too henhearted to confront his boss about the unfair treatment. [henhearted: adjective]
Example
She felt henhearted when she heard the loud noise in the dark alley. [henhearted: past tense]
craven
Example
The craven soldier fled from the battlefield at the first sign of danger. [craven: adjective]
Example
She was ashamed of her craven behavior during the robbery. [craven: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Craven is more commonly used than henhearted in literature and formal writing, while henhearted is more commonly used in everyday conversation and informal writing.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between henhearted and craven?
Craven is a more formal word than henhearted and is often used in literature and formal writing, while henhearted is a more informal word that is not commonly used in formal contexts.
