Sissier: meaning, definitions and examples

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sissier

 

[ หˆsษชsiษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

slang usage

The term 'sissier' is a comparative form of the word 'sissy,' typically used to describe someone, often a man, who exhibits traits considered more feminine or less traditionally masculine. This usage can often carry a derogatory connotation, suggesting that the individual is perceived as weak or cowardly. It is sometimes used in jest within specific social circles but can be offensive in broader contexts. It's important to be mindful of the implications words like 'sissier' can carry, and to use them appropriately in conversation to avoid perpetuating negative stereotypes.

Synonyms

effeminate, feminine, weaker.

Examples of usage

  • He called me sissier than the other guys.
  • They teased him for being sissier during the game.
  • She said my outfit looked sissier than usual.

Translations

Translations of the word "sissier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฟเคธเฅเคธเคฟเคฏเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sissier

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั–ััั–ั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใ‚ทใ‚จ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sissier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sissier

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ์‹œ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠุณูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sissier

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sissier

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฅฟ่ฅฟๅฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะธััะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒกแƒกแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sissier

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sissier

Etymology

The word 'sissy' is believed to have originated in the late 19th century, deriving from 'sister' in a diminutive form. Initially, it was used to describe boys or men who were perceived as weak or cowardly in contrast to traditional male roles. The term has evolved over time, with 'sissier' becoming a comparative form that emphasizes the quality of being sissy. The social implications of this word have fluctuated; while it may have been used in a playful manner among friends, it can also function as an insult when used to demean someone's masculinity. This ambivalence reflects broader cultural attitudes toward gender norms and the expectations placed on individuals based on their gender. Therefore, understanding the historical context of the word is crucial in recognizing its weight in contemporary usage.