\Pu`sil*la*nim"i*ty\, n. [L. pusillanimitas: cf.
F. pusillanimit['e].]
The quality of being pusillanimous; weakness of spirit;
cowardliness.

      The badge of pusillanimity and cowardice. --Shak.

      It is obvious to distinguished between an act of . . .
      pusillanimity and an act of great modesty or humility.
                                               --South.

Syn: Cowardliness; cowardice; fear; timidity.