Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
milksop
noun
/ˈmɪlksɒp/
Definition
A milksop is a timid or ineffectual person, often perceived as weak or overly sentimental.
Examples
- He was seen as a milksop for always following his friends’ decisions without voicing his own opinion.
- In the movie, the hero’s milksop demeanor made it hard for the audience to take him seriously.
- She refused to be treated like a milksop, always standing up for herself in difficult situations.
Meaning
The term is usually used to describe someone who lacks courage and seems dependent on others for support.
Synonyms
- coward
- weakling
- pushover
- ineffectual
- softy
