noun
- plural of pusillanimity; instances or displays of lack of courage; cowardliness or timidity
Usage: formal; typically used in the plural to refer to multiple acts or instances of cowardly behavior
Examples
- The general's pusillanimities during the campaign led to unnecessary defeats.
- History judges the pusillanimities of leaders who failed to stand up for justice.
- His repeated pusillanimities in the face of criticism undermined his credibility.
- The politician's pusillanimities prevented him from taking a firm stance on important issues.
- Such pusillanimities are unbecoming of anyone in a position of authority.