Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

simp

/ˈsɪmp/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.30 in modern English

Syllables
simp
IPA
/ˈsɪmp/
8
Scrabble Score
4
Letters
1
Syllables
4
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A simple person lacking common sense; a fool or simpleton.

Derogatory; Slang

noun

Someone who is not worthy of respect.

Slang

noun

A man who foolishly overvalues and defers to a woman, putting her on a pedestal.

Derogatory

noun

An advocate for an ideology or cause.

Slang

verb

To be especially deferential to and emotionally vulnerable with a woman, often with the intent of receiving sexual gratification.

Intransitive verb; Slang

verb

To obsequiously praise or admire.

Intransitive verb; Slang

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Etymology

1903. Clipping of simpleton.

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Questions

How do you pronounce simp?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈsɪmp/.
What does simp mean?
A simple person lacking common sense; a fool or simpleton.
Where does simp come from?
1903. Clipping of simpleton.

How to pronounce simp

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