Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mincy

Adjective

/ˈmɪn.si/

Definition

Affectedly dainty or elegant; excessive in mincing or delicate behavior.

Examples

Her mincy demeanor during the presentation made it difficult for the audience to take her seriously.
He walked with a mincy gait, as if he were afraid of getting his shoes dirty.
The actress delivered her lines in a mincy tone that contrasted sharply with the character’s tough persona.

Meaning

Mincy describes a mannerism or style that is overly refined, often to the point of being pretentious or insincere. It can refer to someone’s speech, behavior, or appearance that is excessively delicate or fastidious.