Synonyms for

Sissy

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

Definition

a person who is timid or cowardly

Synonyms & similar words

effeminate cissy sissyish milquetoast emasculate pantywaist epicene sissified milksop pansy coward wimp chicken fraidy-cat pansy milksop weakling baby scaredy-cat chicken-hearted spineless timid fearful nervous anxious apprehensive shy hesitant

Synonyms by register

Formal

effeminate unmanly weakling

Informal

wimp pansy nelly baby crybaby

Literary

lily-livered milksop

Antonyms

manly masculine brave strong bold heroic valiant

Common collocations

  • sissy boy
  • sissy girl
  • sissy pants
  • sissy maid
  • sissy fight
  • sissy stuff

Word family

noun sissy
adjective sissy

Usage note

The term 'sissy' is often used as a derogatory slur, particularly against males perceived as feminine. Its use is generally considered offensive and outdated.

Example sentences

  1. Don't be such a sissy, try the rollercoaster!
  2. He cried like a sissy when he got a shot at the doctor's office.
  3. I'm not a sissy, I just don't like scary movies.
  4. She's always calling him a sissy because he won't jump off the high dive.
  5. The bullies at school called him a sissy because he didn't like sports.

Quotes

  • "I've never been a sissy. I've always been a tomboy." - Megan Fox
  • "Sissy Spacek was great in 'Coal Miner's Daughter,' but she's a girl, she can't sing country like Loretta Lynn." - Loretta Lynn
  • "I'm not a sissy. I just don't like getting hit." - Manny Pacquiao

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