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Words with Prefix “pusill--” in English (US)
Browse English (US) words starting with the prefix “pusill--”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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pusill-- Latin origin, meaning 'small, petty, cowardly'. Derivational prefix.
pusillanimousness
6 syllables17 letters
pus·il·la·ni·mous·ness
/ˌpjuːsɪˈlænɪməsnes/
noun
The word 'pusillanimousness' is a noun of Latin origin, divided into six syllables: pus-il-la-ni-mous-ness. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ni'). Syllable division follows rules of onset maximization and vowel nucleus requirements. The word denotes a lack of courage.