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sissiness

/sɪˈsɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does sissiness mean?

noun

The quality of being overly concerned with appearance or being effeminate; a characteristic of someone who is considered weak or lacking in masculinity.

Example

"The coach criticized the player's sissiness, saying it was holding him back on the field."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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