Pusillanimous and Spirited
Opposite meaning words
Pusillanimous
Pusillanimous adjective - Having or showing a shameful lack of courage.
Usage example: pusillanimous politicians who vote according to whichever way the political wind is blowing
Spirited is an antonym for pusillanimous.
Nearby Word: pusillanimity
Spirited
Spirited adjective - Marked by a lively display of strong feeling.
Pusillanimous is an antonym for spirited.
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