Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ninny
noun
/ˈnɪni/
Definition
A foolish or silly person.
Examples
- Don’t be such a ninny; just make a decision!
- She felt like a ninny for forgetting her keys again.
- The kids called him a ninny for being scared of the dark.
Meaning
The term ‘ninny’ is often used to describe someone who acts in a silly or childish manner, lacking common sense.
Synonyms
- fool
- simpleton
- dunce
- idiot
