Pusillanimously (Adverb)
Meaning
With a lack of courage and determination; "simperingly, the accused begged for mercy".
Examples
- The athlete pusillanimously backed down from the challenge and forfeited the game.
- He pusillanimously refused to speak up against the injustice, fearing it may harm his career.
- The team pusillanimously surrendered the match without even putting up a fight.
- The employee pusillanimously agreed to the unfair terms, knowing he had no other choice.
- She pusillanimously apologized for her actions, although she had done nothing wrong.