sissy
Sissy (noun) means (informal, derogatory) A timid or cowardly person, especially a man or boy seen as insufficiently masculine. Example: “Don't be a sissy — it's just a small jump.”
How to use sissy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, often insulting word for someone seen as timid or unmanly.
Considered derogatory and outdated; likely to offend if used seriously.
Word forms
sissier comparative, sissied past tense, sissied past tense, sissies plural, sissies singular, sissies singular, sissiest superlative
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Don't be a _____ — it's just a small jump.
Etymology
From "sis" (a clipping of sister) plus the diminutive suffix -y.
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Rhymes for sissy
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What does “sissy” mean?
The word “sissy” means (informal, derogatory) A timid or cowardly person, especially a man or boy seen as insufficiently masculine. In plain terms, an informal, often insulting word for someone seen as timid or unmanly.
How do you pronounce “sissy”?
“Sissy” is pronounced SIH-see (/ˈsɪsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “sissy” in a sentence?
Here is “sissy” used in a sentence: “Don't be a sissy — it's just a small jump.”
What is another word for “sissy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sissy” include milksop.
What is the opposite of “sissy”?
The opposite of “sissy” — its antonyms — are non-sissy and unsissy.
What part of speech is “sissy”?
Depending on how it is used, “sissy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “sissy” a common word?
“Sissy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sissy” have?
“Sissy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal, derogatory) A timid or cowardly person, especially a man or boy seen as insufficiently masculine.