What does CISSY mean?

cissy 1. Parts of Speech: noun, adjective 2. Definitions:

• (n.) a person regarded as effeminate or cowardly.
• (adj.) effeminate or cowardly in behavior or manner.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsɪsi/
• UK: /ˈsɪsi/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "cissy" is believed to have originated in the US in the early 20th century as a slang term used to describe a man or boy who was considered effeminate or cowardly. The word has since been used in both noun and adjective forms to describe people or behavior that is deemed weak or unmanly. 5. Synonyms:

• effeminate
• cowardly
• weak
• unmanly

6. Related Words:

• prissy
• crisp
• bliss
• brisk
• chips

7. Example Sentences:

• He was called a "cissy" by his classmates because he didn like sports.
• The mans effeminate mannerisms led people to label him as a "cissy".
• She accused him of being "cissy" for not wanting to go on the roller coaster.