Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Chickening.
Chickening - as a noun
The flesh of a chicken used for food
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pouletvolailleHypernyms (Closely Related)
poultry12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gallus gallusHypernyms (Closely Related)
domestic fowlfowl10poultry12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crybaby19wimp11A foolhardy competition; a dangerous activity that is continued until one competitor becomes afraid and stops
Chickening - as an adjective satellite
Easily frightened
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chickenhearted29lily-liveredwhite-liveredyellow12yellow-belliedChickening - as a verb
To avoid a situation one is afraid of.
Example Sentences
"She is chickening out of the challenge."
"The kids were chickening around in the playground."
"He was chickening out on his promise."
"Stop chickening around and face your fears!"
"She is chickening out of taking the roller coaster ride."
Word Game Points
Is CHICKENING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, chickening is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CHICKENING has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is CHICKENING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, chickening is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCHICKENING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is CHICKENING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, chickening is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCHICKENING has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.
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Phrases
chicken wing
