namby-pambies
The word “namby-pambies” has 4 syllables: nam-by-pam-bies
It's pronounced as /ˈnæmbi ˈpæmbiz/
What is synonym and antonym for namby-pambies?
In the thesaurus, “namby-pambies” has 3 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for namby-pambies along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for namby-pambies
- cowards
- jellyfish
- reeds
Antonyms for namby-pambies
- stalwarts
Meanings of namby-pambies
- noun
- One who is insipid, sentimental or weak.
- Talk or writing which is weakly sentimental or affectedly pretty.
Example Sentences
- The tough drill sergeant dismissed any recruits who appeared to be namby-pambies.
- The adventure required resilience, not the company of namby-pambies.
- The manager's decision disappointed the team, as it seemed like a move for namby-pambies.
- In the face of adversity, he sought friends who were anything but namby-pambies.
- The horror movie was not for the faint-hearted, it was no place for namby-pambies.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to namby-pambies, such as: cowards, jellyfish, reeds, stalwarts.
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