Wimpy

Quick meaning: Wimpy is an adjective meaning (informal, often derogatory) Having the characteristics of a wimp; feeble, indecisive, cowardly.

Meaning

(informal, often derogatory) Having the characteristics of a wimp; feeble, indecisive, cowardly.

Example Sentences

You don't want to waste your time fighting wimpy enemies, do you?

I used to think it as wimpy or a cop-out to say "mixed class" or "lower middle class." But at this point it seems like the most accurate label.

Word Forms

• wimpier
• wimpiest

Synonyms for wimpy

Depending on context, synonyms include weak, forceless, wimpish.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include weak, forceless, wussy, wussified, soft, pansy.

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