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Synonyms of wimp

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Another word for wimp is sissy. Other synonyms of wimp are softy, weenie, wuss, big girl's blouse and candy-arse.

Synonyms and similar words for wimp

nounSomeone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy.

Meaning of wimp

  1. noun Someone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy.
  2. verb To behave submissively.
  3. verb To make (something) weak or wimpy.

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Questions about synonyms of wimp

What is another word for wimp?
Wimp has 66 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sissy, softy, weenie, wuss, big girl's blouse, candy-arse, candy-ass and crybaby.
What does wimp mean?
Wimp means someone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy.

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