wuss

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Noun wuss has 1 sense

weakling, doormat, wuss - a person who is physically weak and ineffectual
--₁ is a kind of person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, human, soul
--₁ has particulars:
namby-pamby; softy, softie; wimp, chicken, crybaby

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Term: Wuss

Definition:

A wuss refers to a person, typically a man, who is timid, weak, or easily frightened. It can also be used as a derogatory term to mock someone's lack of bravery or toughness.

Sense 1:

(Noun) a person who lacks courage or strength

Example sentence: The guy was a complete wuss, scared of his own shadow.

Sense 2:

(Noun) a person who is easily intimidated or submissive

Example sentence: Stop being such a wuss and stand up for yourself.

Sense 3:

(Adjective) describing someone who is weak or easily scared

Example sentence: She always avoids watching horror movies because she is a bit wuss.

Sense 4:

(Verb) to act in a weak or cowardly manner

Example sentence: Don't wuss out now; we need your support in this situation.

Sense 5:

(Expression) cry like a wuss - to cry in an exaggerated or overly emotional manner

Example sentence: When he heard the sad news, he cried like a wuss, making a scene.