Wimp: meaning, definitions and examples

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wimp

[ wɪmp ]

^{Context #1}

weak person

A person who is weak, timid, or lacking in courage. Wimps tend to avoid confrontation and shy away from difficult situations.

Synonyms

chicken, coward, weakling

Examples of usage

He's such a wimp, he never stands up for himself.
Don't be such a wimp, stand up and face your fears.

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weakling

A person who is physically or emotionally weak and lacks strength or resilience.

Synonyms

chicken, coward, wuss

Examples of usage

He's always been a bit of a wimp when it comes to physical challenges.
She's such a wimp, she can't even lift a heavy box.

Translations

Translations of the word "wimp" in other languages:

🇵🇹 covarde

🇮🇳 कमज़ोर

🇩🇪 Schwächling

🇮🇩 pengecut

🇺🇦 слабак

🇵🇱 tchórz

🇯🇵 弱虫 (yowamushi)

🇫🇷 lâche

🇪🇸 cobarde

🇹🇷 ödlek

🇰🇷 겁쟁이 (geopjaeng-i)

🇸🇦 جبان (jabaan)

🇨🇿 zbabělec

🇸🇰 zbabelec

🇨🇳 懦夫 (nuòfū)

🇸🇮 strahopet

🇮🇸 vesalingur

🇰🇿 қорқақ

🇬🇪 ლაჩარი (lachari)

🇦🇿 qorxaq

🇲🇽 cobarde

Word origin

The origin of the word 'wimp' is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the 20th century as a slang term to describe a weak or cowardly person. It may have derived from the word 'whimper' or 'whine', reflecting the idea of someone who complains or shows fear easily. Over time, 'wimp' has become a common term used to describe someone who lacks courage or resilience.