pusillanimity

[ pyoo-suh-luh-nim-i-tee ]

noun

1. the state or condition of being pusillanimous; timidity; cowardliness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pusillanimity¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Late Latin word pusillanimitās. See pusillanimous, -ity

Example Sentences

It’s easy to blame the reporters whose bylines appear on Times news articles for their pusillanimity.

From Salon

Either way, Trump always pairs his viciousness with an unfailing pusillanimity.

From Salon

Such pusillanimity throws into sharp relief the acts of courage these hearings have shown us.

From Seattle Times

Still, these paperwork bullies of the GOP are so ubiquitous it's easy to forget sometimes the depths of their pusillanimity.

From Salon

The pusillanimity of American corporations on this subject continues to astound.

From Los Angeles Times