Namby-pamby

noun

  1. One who is insipid, sentimental or weak.

  2. Talk or writing which is weakly sentimental or affectedly pretty.

Synonyms: nestle-cock, sissy, softy

verb

  1. To coddle.

adjective

  1. Insipid and sentimental.

  2. Lacking vigor or decisiveness; spineless; wishy-washy.

namby-pamby

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