What is another word for poltroon?
Pronunciation: [pə͡ʊltɹˈuːn] (IPA) 
Poltroon is a term that refers to a cowardly or timid person. There are a number of synonyms for this word, each offering a slightly different shade of meaning. Some common synonyms for poltroon include 'coward', 'chicken', 'wimp', 'pussy', 'milksop' and 'sissy'. Other possible synonyms might include 'yellow-belly', 'craven', 'dastard', 'fraidy-cat' and 'scaredy-cat'. Depending on the context and tone of the conversation, some of these synonyms may be more or less appropriate than others. However, all of them convey a sense of fear or weakness, and can be used to describe someone who is lacking in courage or bravery.
