nebbish (Meaning)

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nebbish (n)

(Yiddish) a timid unfortunate simpleton

No strong antonyms found.

The timid nebbish cowered in the corner, unable to stand up for himself.
Emily's supposed crush, a nebbish with a penchant for nasal allergies, was hardly her type.
Despite his nebbish demeanor, Anthony possessed a hidden strength that surprised everyone.
The silly nebbish stumbled through his speech, eliciting both pity and laughter.
In the crowded room, the nebbish felt out of place, his unassuming presence going unnoticed.
The nebbish's frequent blunders only served to reinforce his reputation as an absent-minded fool.
The landlord, known for his nebbish personality, was an unlikely candidate to strike fear into tenants.
The nebbish employee, despite his loyalty, was overlooked for promotion time and time again.
The nebbish's clumsy attempts at flirting were always met with rejection, leaving him feeling utterly dejected.
The nebbish character in the movie was portrayed with such authenticity that it made the audience sympathize with his awkwardness.

(Yiddish) a timid unfortunate simpleton

mouse,milquetoast, wussy, wuss, coward, wimp, reed, weakling, nervous Nellie, nervous Nelly

stalwart, stalwart,,mensch, mensch

The timid nebbish cowered in the corner, unable to stand up for himself.

Emily's supposed crush, a nebbish with a penchant for nasal allergies, was hardly her type.

Despite his nebbish demeanor, Anthony possessed a hidden strength that surprised everyone.

The silly nebbish stumbled through his speech, eliciting both pity and laughter.