Softy (noun)

1. A person who is weak or easily influenced.
2. A person who is overly sentimental or emotional.
3. A person who is not tough or assertive.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: from soft + -y.

Examples:

1. He was always considered a softy by his peers, never standing up for himself.
2. She accused her boyfriend of being a softy because he cried during the movie.
3. He was teased for being a softy when he refused to play a violent video game with his friends.
4. His colleagues considered him a softy and took advantage of him.
5. Despite his tough exterior, he was a softy at heart, caring deeply for his family.