gutless
adjective
Simple meaning
Without a gut.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
guhtlesSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɡʌtlɛs
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adjective
informal
Cowardly; lacking courage or morals.
Without a gut.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: Cowardly; lacking courage or morals.
Used this way, gutless is a reasonably familiar word with a faintly unfavourable edge. It turns up most in everyday conversation and social media or informal writing contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly negative
- Formality
- Casual
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Critical or judgemental
- Usage feel
- Casual and conversational
Where it naturally appears
- Everyday conversation
- Social media/informal writing
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Synonyms
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