adj
wimpy
Wimpy (adj) means Weak, feeble, or lacking courage or resolve; wimp-like. Example: “The gym's "beginner" weights felt pretty wimpy to him.”
adj
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Weak, feeble, or lacking courage or resolve; wimp-like.
"The gym's "beginner" weights felt pretty wimpy to him."
"She gave a wimpy excuse for missing the meeting."
How to use wimpy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal adjective describing something or someone feeble or lacking backbone.
When to use it
Casual, slightly childish tone — not used in formal writing.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- wimpier
- Superlative
- wimpiest
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Etymology
Formed from wimp and -y.
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What does “wimpy” mean?
The word “wimpy” means weak, feeble, or lacking courage or resolve; wimp-like. In plain terms, an informal adjective describing something or someone feeble or lacking backbone.
How do you use “wimpy” in a sentence?
Here is “wimpy” used in a sentence: “The gym's "beginner" weights felt pretty wimpy to him.”
What part of speech is “wimpy”?
“Wimpy” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of wimpy?
"wimpy" (adj) means weak, feeble, or lacking courage or resolve; wimp-like.
