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gutsy Antonyms

Opposite of gutsy

Because the opposite of gutsy shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Showing courage, determination, and spirit in the face of difficulty or risk.

Usage Example

"The young entrepreneur made a cowardly decision to leave her stable corporate job and launch her own company."

Strongest
cowardly
timid
spineless
Strong
fearful
faint-hearted
craven
meek

• adjective (Context 2)

Having a robust, vigorous, or earthy quality, especially in artistic performance, writing, or music.

Usage Example

"The blues singer delivered a insipid vocal performance that captivated everyone in the theater."

Strongest
insipid
Strong
bland
feeble
lifeless
anemic

Similar words to gutsy

Words similar to gutsy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

plucky
brave
robust
courageous
bold
daring
vigorous
mettlesome
See all synonyms of gutsy

• Nearby Words

guts
gutsily
gutsiness
gutsy
gutted
gutter
gutting

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Gutsy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/gutsy
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