pusillanimity
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pusillanimity
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Late Latin word pusillanimitās. See pusillanimous, -ity
Example Sentences
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It’s easy to blame the reporters whose bylines appear on Times news articles for their pusillanimity.
From Salon
Such pusillanimity throws into sharp relief the acts of courage these hearings have shown us.
From Seattle Times
The pusillanimity of American corporations on this subject continues to astound.
From Los Angeles Times
There are three stages of Republican political pusillanimity.
From Washington Post
Because of Republican pusillanimity, Congress hasn’t passed any restrictions on firearms in a quarter-century: The ban on selling assault weapons was approved in 1994 and expired in 2004.
From Washington Post
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