Synonyms for

Missy

Verb / ˈmɪsi: / Another word for missy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a young girl or woman

Synonyms & similar words

younglady youngwoman fille girl miss girl lass lassie maiden damsel babe chick doll dolly gal lassy miss missie missus nymph lasso sweetheart baby

Synonyms by register

Informal

skirt pass up overlook let slip

Literary

elude evade

Antonyms

hit catch secure obtain acquire grasp

Common collocations

  • missy the boat
  • missy the train
  • missy the point
  • missy the target
  • missy the bus
  • missy the chance
  • missy the mark

Word family

verb miss

Usage note

Primarily used in informal contexts, often to describe failing to hit a target or failing to understand something. Can also refer to failing to catch or obtain something.

Example sentences

  1. The little missy skipped down the street with her pink backpack.
  2. I used to be a missy just like you.
  3. The missy helped her mom bake cookies for the party.
  4. The missy twirled around in her pink tutu.
  5. The missy giggled as she played with her dollhouse.

Quotes

  • "I'm a boss, I'm a leader, I pull up in my two-seater. And my mama was a savage, nigga, got this shit from Tina." - Missy Elliott
  • "I never set out to be a role model, but I guess parents like it because I am dedicated to school." - Missy Franklin
  • "I'm not a celebrity. I'm just a musician. People come to see and hear me sing and play guitar. That's what it's about." - Missy Higgins

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