dastard

noun
UK: /ˈdæstərd/
US: /ˈdæstərd/

  1. A mean or cowardly person.

    1. He is a dastard, always running from a fight.
    2. The dastard abandoned his comrades in their hour of need, seeking only his own safety.

Synonyms

coward recreant villain
dastard adjective

  1. Characterized by showing a lack of courage.

    1. That was a dastard act to kick him when he was down.
    2. His dastard behaviour at the meeting was disrespectful and uncalled for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "dastard" is /ˈdæstərd/ in British English and /ˈdæstərd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dastard": coward, recreant, villain.

Example usage of "dastard": "He is a dastard, always running from a fight.". More examples on the page.