Sissified: meaning, definitions and examples
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sissified
[ หsษชsษชfaษชdษชd ]
pejorative usage
Sissified is an informal term often used to describe someone, typically a man, who is perceived to exhibit traits associated with femininity or weakness, especially in contexts where traditional masculinity is valued. It can imply that a person has been softened or made less aggressive, often through societal or environmental pressures.
Synonyms
effeminate, soft, weak.
Examples of usage
- He felt sissified after taking dance classes.
- The coach accused the players of being sissified.
- Their constant teasing made him feel sissified.
Translations
Translations of the word "sissified" in other languages:
๐ต๐น sissificado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคชเฅเคเคธเค
๐ฉ๐ช weiblich
๐ฎ๐ฉ lemah
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะตะบ
๐ต๐ฑ sissified
๐ฏ๐ต ใทในใใกใค
๐ซ๐ท effรฉminรฉ
๐ช๐ธ afeminado
๐น๐ท feminen
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฌ์ฑ์ ์ธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุคูุซ
๐จ๐ฟ sissified
๐ธ๐ฐ sissified
๐จ๐ณ ๅฅณๆงๅ็
๐ธ๐ฎ sissified
๐ฎ๐ธ kvenlegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำะนะตะปะดัะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ feminen
๐ฒ๐ฝ afeminado
Etymology
The term 'sissified' emanates from the word 'sissy,' which itself is derived from the word 'sister.' It first appeared in the early 20th century, primarily in American English. The connotation of the word has evolved over time, often being utilized in a derogatory context to denote a male who displays traits considered feminine or less than masculine. This negative connotation can often reinforce gender stereotypes by associating strength and aggression with masculinity while portraying sensitivity and gentleness as weaknesses. The use of 'sissified' has been prevalent in various cultural contexts, often in sports, education, and social group dynamics, where traditional gender roles are emphasized. Despite its negative undertones, some individuals have attempted to reclaim and redefine the word, challenging the stereotypes and societal pressures that it encompasses.