Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wimp-out
verb
/wɪmp aʊt/
Definition
To withdraw from a situation or challenge due to fear or lack of confidence.
Examples
- He was all set to ride the roller coaster, but then he wimped out at the last minute.
- If you keep wimping out every time there’s a challenge, you’ll never grow stronger.
Meaning
When someone decides not to go through with something because they feel too scared or inadequate.
Synonyms
- chicken out
- back down
- flinch
