cowardly; craven
Describes a person or action that lacks courage, especially when avoiding a fair fight or responsibility. Often carries a strong moral condemnation.
He cowardly targeted only the weak.
Such cowardly behavior is unforgivable.
Refers to actions or methods that are underhanded, breaking rules or social norms for personal gain. Often used in competitive or confrontational contexts.
Even if I win using dirty tricks, I won't be happy.
That's unfair. Let's fight fair and square.
He always does underhanded things.
He cowardly ran away alone.
Everyone called him a coward.
Stop pulling such a dirty trick.
卑怯 means cowardly or underhanded, the opposite of the courage described by 勇.