noun
- people who act cautiously or timidly; those who avoid taking direct action or making clear commitments
Usage: informal; plural form; often used critically or dismissively
Examples
- The pussyfooters on the committee refused to take a stand on the controversial issue.
- He criticized the pussyfooters in management for avoiding tough decisions.
- The board was full of pussyfooters who preferred to delay action indefinitely.
- She had no patience for pussyfooters; she wanted leaders who would commit to a clear direction.
- The pussyfooters kept hedging their bets instead of supporting the proposal outright.