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Synonyms of wuss

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Another word for wuss is pansy. Other synonyms of wuss are pushover, weakling, wimp, puss and pussy.

Synonyms and similar words for wuss

nounA weak, ineffectual, cowardly, or timid person.

  • pansyA timid, weak man or boy; a wuss.
  • pushover
  • weakling
  • wimpSomeone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy.
  • pussA coward; a wuss; someone who is unable to stand up for themselves.
  • pussyA coward; a weakling; an ineffectual, timid, weak-spirited, or pathetic person.
  • cowardA person who lacks courage.

Meaning of wuss

  1. noun A weak, ineffectual, cowardly, or timid person.
  2. verb Only used in wuss out.

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Questions about synonyms of wuss

What is another word for wuss?
Wuss has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as pansy, pushover, weakling, wimp, puss, pussy and coward.
What does wuss mean?
Wuss means a weak, ineffectual, cowardly, or timid person.

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