Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

simp

noun
/sɪmp/
Definition
A person who shows excessive sympathy and attention toward someone, typically in a way that is seen as demeaning to themselves.
Examples
  • He’s such a simp for always doing her homework.
  • Many people are calling him a simp for continuously trying to impress her.
  • Don’t be a simp; stand up for yourself instead of always catering to her needs.
Meaning
To engage in behavior that demonstrates a lack of self-respect while pursuing someone romantically, often in vain.
Synonyms
  • Doormat
  • Pushover
  • Follower
  • Submissive