wimpy
word
Definition
Describes someone who is weak, not brave, or easily scared. It can also refer to something lacking strength or character.
Usage & Nuances
"Wimpy" is informal and often used to describe people or things as physically weak, cowardly, or lacking force. It's sometimes playful, but can be insulting. Synonyms include "weak," "cowardly," and "soft." Commonly used with people, voices, or weather.
Spanish: débil - cobardePortuguese (BR): fraco - covardePortuguese (PT): fraco - cobardeChinese (Simplified): 胆小的 - 软弱的Chinese (Traditional): 膽小的 - 軟弱的Hindi: कमज़ोर - डरपोकArabic: ضعيف - جبانBengali: ভীতু - দুর্বল - নরমRussian: слабый - трусливый - хилыйJapanese: 弱虫 - 意気地なしVietnamese: yếu đuối - nhát ganKorean: 나약한 - 겁많은Turkish: zayıf - korkakUrdu: کمزور - ڈرپوکIndonesian: lemah - penakut
Example Sentences
He gave me a wimpy handshake.
basic
Don't be wimpy; try the spicy food!
basic
My little brother is too wimpy to watch scary movies.
basic
That was a pretty wimpy excuse, man.
natural
The villain in that movie was a bit too wimpy for my liking.
natural
It's just some wimpy rain, no need for an umbrella.
natural