milksops

[US]/ˈmɪlk.sɒp/
[UK]/ˈmɪlk.sɑːp/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a weak or ineffectual person

Phrases & Collocations

milksop coward

milksop behavior

milksop attitude

milksop mentality

milksop character

milksop figure

milksop man

milksop leader

milksop response

milksop excuse

Example Sentences

he was called a milksop for not standing up for himself.

don't be such a milksop; take charge of your life.

she thinks he's a milksop because he avoids confrontation.

his friends teased him for being a milksop during the debate.

being a milksop won't help you in the competitive world.

she refused to date him because he acted like a milksop.

only a milksop would let others decide for him.

he was tired of being labeled a milksop by his peers.

milksop behavior can lead to missed opportunities.

she encouraged him not to be a milksop in his career.

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