Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wussy

noun/slang
/ˈwʌsi/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is perceived as weak, cowardly, or overly emotional.
Examples
  • Don’t be such a wussy, stand up for yourself!
  • He’s acting like a wussy instead of confronting the issue.
  • People might think you’re a wussy if you avoid outdoor sports.
Meaning
The word typically implies that a person is lacking in courage or strength, often used in a derogatory way to describe men who do not conform to traditional masculine stereotypes.
Synonyms
  • Coward
  • Weakling
  • Pushover
  • Softie