Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
candy-ass
slang
/ˈkændi æs/
Definition
An informal term used to describe someone who is perceived as weak, overly sensitive, or lacking in courage.
Examples
- He didn’t want to join the team for the tough game because he thought it would be too difficult; what a candy-ass!
- She always backs down from arguments; she can be a real candy-ass sometimes.
Meaning
The term often implies that the person avoids confrontation or challenges, preferring to take a more passive or cowardly approach to situations.
Synonyms
- wimp
- coward
- softie
- weakling
