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Pusillanimous

Definition

(formal, derogatory) Lacking courage or determination; showing weakness of character, especially in a situation where courage or strength is needed. Typically used to describe someone who is excessively timid or fearful.

Example Sentences

1The pusillanimous attitude of the company's leadership during the crisis led to a loss of public trust.
2Is it not pusillanimous to avoid confrontation and instead opt for a quiet, unprincipled compromise?
3The politician's pusillanimous response to the scandal was widely criticized by the media and the public.
4Do not be pusillanimous in the face of adversity; instead, draw upon your inner reserves of strength and resilience.
5There is a fine line between prudent caution and pusillanimous indecision; leaders must know when to take calculated risks.

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