Sissy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈsi-sē/ sis·sy

Meaning & Definition of Sissy

Sissy (noun)

  1. an effeminate man or boy; also, a timid, weak, or cowardly person

Sissy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. of or relating to a man who has or displays qualities traditionally considered more suitable for women

    "thought it was sissy for a boy to like flowers"

    similar: effeminate, effete, epicene, sissified, unmanly, womanish
    related: feminine, girlish, girlie, womanlike, womanly, old-maidish, overnice, prissy, spinsterish, dandyish, dudish, foppish, sappy, camp, campy, antimacho
    opposite: manlike, manly, mannish, masculine, virile

Sissy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who shows a shameful lack of courage in the face of danger

    "the candidate touts his wartime service as evidence that he is not a sissy"

    similar: chicken, coward, craven, cur, dastard, funk, poltroon, recreant
    related: defeatist, quitter, cream puff, milquetoast, pushover, pussy (slang), weakling, wimp, caitiff, snake, sneak, ostrich, scaramouch
    opposite: hero, stalwart, valiant
    near: daredevil

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sissy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Sissy:

effeminate, effete, epicene, sissified, unmanly, womanish, chicken, coward, craven, cur, dastard, funk, poltroon, recreant

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Sissy

Words with the opposite meaning of Sissy:

manlike, manly, mannish, masculine, virile, hero, stalwart, valiant

Related Words for Sissy

feminine, girlish, girlie, womanlike, womanly, old-maidish, overnice, prissy, spinsterish, dandyish, dudish, foppish, sappy, camp, campy, antimacho, defeatist, quitter, cream puff, milquetoast, pushover, pussy, weakling, wimp, caitiff, snake, sneak, ostrich, scaramouch

Near Antonyms of Sissy

daredevil

Word Forms of Sissy

Inflections: sissies

Derived words: sissy (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Sissy

sis

First known use: 1879

Frequently Asked Questions about Sissy

What does "Sissy" mean?

"Sissy" means an effeminate man or boy; also, a timid, weak, or cowardly person. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: an effeminate man or boy; also, a timid, weak, or cowardly person. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Sissy"?

Other words for "Sissy" include effeminate, effete, epicene, sissified, unmanly, womanish, chicken and coward. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sissy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Sissy"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sissy". Common alternatives include effeminate, effete, epicene, sissified, unmanly, womanish, chicken, coward, craven and cur.

What is the opposite of "Sissy"?

Antonyms of "Sissy" include manlike, manly, mannish, masculine, virile, hero, stalwart and valiant. Near antonyms include daredevil.

How do you use "Sissy" in a sentence?

Examples of "Sissy" in a sentence: "thought it was sissy for a boy to like flowers"; "the candidate touts his wartime service as evidence that he is not a sissy".

Is "Sissy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Sissy" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Sissy"?

"Sissy" is pronounced /ˈsi-sē/ and divided into syllables as sis·sy.

What is the origin of the word "Sissy"?

"Sissy" comes from sis. First known use: 1879.