milquetoast

[US]/ˈmɪlkəʊtəʊst/
[UK]/ˈmɪlkətoʊst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a timid or submissive person

Phrases & Collocations

milquetoast personality

milquetoast attitude

milquetoast character

milquetoast response

milquetoast leader

milquetoast man

milquetoast opinion

milquetoast behavior

milquetoast figure

milquetoast style

Example Sentences

he has a milquetoast personality that makes it hard for him to stand out.

her milquetoast attitude in meetings frustrates her more assertive colleagues.

people often mistake his milquetoast demeanor for lack of confidence.

the milquetoast character in the novel failed to inspire any passion.

in a world of strong leaders, she felt like a milquetoast.

his milquetoast responses to criticism did not help his reputation.

milquetoast characters often lack the depth to engage readers.

she was tired of dating milquetoast men who couldn't take charge.

his milquetoast approach to life left him feeling unfulfilled.

they need a leader, not a milquetoast who shies away from decisions.

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