Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
limp-wristed
Adjective
/lɪmp ˈrɪstɪd/
Definition
Having a weak or feeble character; lacking strength or determination.
Examples
- His limp-wristed approach to negotiations disappointed his team.
- She found the limp-wristed response to the challenge frustrating.
Meaning
The term often describes someone perceived as lacking assertiveness or strength, usually in a context that implies they are not tough or manly.
Synonyms
- Weak
- Feeble
- Spineless
- Wimpy
