Meaning of the word pusillanimity in English

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pusillanimity

US /ˌpjuː.sɪˈlæn.ɪ.mi/
UK /ˌpjuː.sɪˈlæn.ɪ.mi/

Noun

lack of courage or determination; timidity

Example:
His pusillanimity prevented him from taking the necessary risks.
The leader's pusillanimity led to the downfall of the entire project.
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