Definitions

1. noun

A person who speaks insincerely or with excessive caution, often in order to avoid controversy or offense.

“The politician was accused of being a mealy-mouthed leader who refused to take a firm stance on the issue.”

2. verb

To speak insincerely or with excessive caution, often in order to avoid controversy or offense.

“He mealy-mouthed his way through the debate, avoiding direct answers to the moderator’s questions.”