Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wimp-out
phrasal verb
/wɪmp aʊt/
Definition
To back out of doing something out of fear or nervousness, often due to a lack of courage.
Examples
- Despite his initial enthusiasm, he decided to wimp out of the hiking trip at the last minute.
- She was supposed to give a presentation, but she wimped out and asked her colleague to take her place.
- Don’t wimp out; face your fears and give it a try!
Meaning
To avoid taking action or to withdraw from a challenge because of feeling weak or inadequate.
Synonyms
- chicken out
- back down
- give up
