Ninny
(noun)
- A person who is foolish or silly.
- A person who is mentally or morally weak or inadequate.
Origin:
The word ninny comes from the middle english word "nony" meaning a simpleton or a fool. it is a derogatory term used to describe a person who is foolish or silly.
Examples:
- He was called a ninny for his foolish decision.
- She was considered a ninny for her inability to understand the situation.
- The ninny's behavior was causing a scene in public.
- The ninny's lack of intelligence was evident in their poor decision making.
- The ninny's foolishness was causing a problem for the group.