Blog de Phrasal Verbs

Definition: A weak or fearful person; someone who lacks courage. Slang

Example:

1) I was too much of a wimp to play sports in high school.
2) Don’t be such a wimp — riding a bike can’t hurt you!

Etymology: A ‘whimper’ is a small cry of pain or fear. Someone who whimpers a lot and is afraid of getting hurt is a thus a ‘wimp’.

Synonyms: sissy, wuss, chicken.