WIMPISH Synonyms: 154 Similar and Opposite Words

wimpish

adjective

as in weak

lacking bodily strength not impressed by his wimpish physique

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as in weakened

lacking strength of will or character it's wimpish to blame someone else for your mistakes

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Adjective

Trump was implying Ukraine was in a weak negotiating position and did not have the military resources to fight against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

— Tom Jurkowsky, Baltimore Sun, 2 Nov. 2026
And some players are turning on the season as seen by them letting the Jaguars tear through weak tackle attempts to the tune of 183 rushing yards and three passing TDs by Trevor Lawrence.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of weak

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The plan is for the two kaiju to fight so the humans might have an easier time doing a coup de grâce on the weakened victor.

— James Grebey, Time, 3 Nov. 2026
People with weakened immune systems and those who cannot be vaccinated are also at risk, the statement said.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of weakened

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As Claudia, Curtis is perfectly biting and obnoxious, willing to insert herself into her ex-husband’s life for sport, stomping on his feeble boundaries.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Oct. 2026
In 1937, Foyles started the Right Book Club, a rather feeble counterweight to Victor Gollancz’s Left Book Club.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of feeble

Adjective

The soft, lightweight layer features ribbed detailing that instantly dresses up classic jeans or trousers.

— Kaitlin Gates, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
Its official soft opening took place in December 2021, with a full opening planned for later in 2022 when its restaurant opens.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026

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