noun
- lack of courage or determination; timidity
Usage: formal
Examples
- His pusillanimity prevented him from speaking up during the meeting.
- The general’s pusillanimity led to a devastating military defeat.
- She overcame her natural pusillanimity to defend her beliefs.
- The politician’s pusillanimity was evident in his refusal to take a stand.
- Critics accused the committee of pusillanimity in avoiding the controversial issue.
- His pusillanimity in the face of injustice disappointed his supporters.