nebbish

/ˈnɛbɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A shy, awkward, or ineffectual person.

“He’s such a nebbish, always getting bullied by the school bullies.”

2. adjective

Shy, awkward, or ineffectual.

“John’s a bit of a nebbish when it comes to public speaking.”

Synonyms

  • milquetoast
  • wimp

Antonyms

  • assertive
  • confident