Coward (noun)

1. A person who lacks courage and is afraid to face danger or difficulty.
2. A person who lacks the courage to carry out a duty or decision.

Origin:

The word coward comes from the old french word "couard" which means "timid" and it first appeared in the english language in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. He was called a coward for not standing up for what he believed in.
2. His friends thought he was a coward for not going to the party.
3. He was labeled a coward for not joining the fight.
4. He was considered a coward for not speaking out against the injustice.
5. He was called a coward for not facing his fear.