mimsy
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9.9
- noun
- /ˈmɪm.zi/
- Offensive
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pusilánime
- Despite her talent, she was often seen as mimsy whenever she hesitated to speak up in meetings.
Examples
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His mimsy personality made it hard for him to stand up for his ideas during discussions.
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The teacher warned the students that if they acted too mimsy, they would struggle to participate in the group activities.
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All mimsy Were the borogoves
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"All mimsy were the borogoves And the mome raths outgrabe"
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All mimsy were the borogoves, and the mome raths outgrabe.
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All mimsy were the borogoves And the mome raths outgrabe
Synonyms
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9.9
A person who is weak and lacks courage or strength
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9.9
A person who is very shy and does not speak up
How Timid
Surface Forms
Etymology
Mimsy as a noun comes from the same blend of flimsy 'weak, delicate' and miserable 'sad or poor', so it suggests a person who seems timid, weak, or a bit pitiful. That's why calling someone a mimsy is a playful or critical way to say they lack strength or courage.