Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sissy
noun
ˈsɪsi
Definition
A term used to describe someone, typically a boy or man, who is seen as weak or effeminate.
Examples
- Don’t be such a sissy; be brave and try it!
- He was teased at school for being a sissy because of his love for ballet.
Meaning
Sissy often refers to a person who does not conform to traditional masculine roles and is perceived as timid or cowardly.
Synonyms
- coward
- weakling
- softie
- milksop
- wimp
