Toxic Masculinity Concepts

noun a person regarded as effeminate or cowardly

adjective having traits or qualities considered unmanly or weak

• The term 'sissy' is considered derogatory and should not be used in professional settings.
• My brother is such a sissy when it comes to watching horror movies.
• Stop being such a sissy and just jump off the diving board!
• She may seem delicate, but don't underestimate her - she's no sissy when it comes to standing up for herself.

noun a fear or dislike of effeminate behavior or characteristics in men

• Sissyphobia refers to the irrational fear or aversion towards individuals who do not conform to traditional gender norms.
• Some people may exhibit sissyphobia by teasing or making fun of those who do not fit into typical gender roles.
• It's really not cool to show sissyphobia towards anyone just because they don't fit into your idea of what it means to be masculine or feminine.
• Sissyphobia is like a barrier that prevents people from expressing themselves freely without fear of judgment or discrimination.