Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wussy
noun/slang
/ˈwʌsi/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is perceived as weak, cowardly, or overly emotional.
Examples
- Don’t be such a wussy, stand up for yourself!
- He’s acting like a wussy instead of confronting the issue.
- People might think you’re a wussy if you avoid outdoor sports.
Meaning
The word typically implies that a person is lacking in courage or strength, often used in a derogatory way to describe men who do not conform to traditional masculine stereotypes.
Synonyms
- Coward
- Weakling
- Pushover
- Softie
