Definitions
- Describing someone who is disloyal or cowardly in a time of need. - Referring to someone who has abandoned their duty or responsibility. - Talking about someone who has betrayed their friends or allies.
- Describing someone who lacks courage or is easily frightened. - Referring to someone who is timid or fearful in the face of danger. - Talking about someone who is unwilling to take risks or face challenges.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of courage or bravery.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a person's character or behavior.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Recreant is less commonly used than craven and may sound archaic or formal. Craven is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, including literature and everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Recreant emphasizes betrayal or abandonment of duty, while craven focuses on fear or timidity.
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Remember this!
Recreant and craven are synonyms that describe a lack of courage or bravery. However, recreant emphasizes disloyalty or abandonment of duty, while craven focuses on fear or timidity. Craven is more commonly used than recreant and has a wider range of contexts.
