Candy-Ass

Pronunciation: /ˈkændi æs/

Definitions of candy-ass

noun a derogatory term used to describe someone as weak or cowardly

Example Sentences

A1 I heard someone call him a candy-ass at school.

A2 She was upset when her friend jokingly called her a candy-ass.

B1 The coach didn't tolerate any candy-ass behavior during practice.

B2 He was known for his candy-ass attitude towards challenges.

C1 The CEO was furious when he overheard an employee referring to him as a candy-ass.

C2 The politician was criticized for being a candy-ass in dealing with tough decisions.

Examples of candy-ass in a Sentence

formal The employee was reprimanded for using the term 'candy-ass' in the workplace.

informal Don't be such a candy-ass, just give it a try!

slang Stop being a candy-ass and man up!

figurative He may seem tough, but deep down he's just a candy-ass.

Grammatical Forms of candy-ass

• past tense: candy-assed
• plural: candy-asses
• comparative: more candy-ass
• superlative: most candy-ass
• present tense: candy-asses
• future tense: will candy-ass
• perfect tense: have candy-assed
• continuous tense: is candy-assing
• singular: candy-ass
• positive degree: candy-ass
• infinitive: to candy-ass
• gerund: candy-assing
• participle: candy-assed

Origin and Evolution of candy-ass

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'candy-ass' originated as a derogatory slang phrase used to describe someone as weak or timid, comparing them to the softness of candy.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'candy-ass' has evolved to be used in a more playful or teasing manner, often to mock someone for being overly cautious or sensitive.