Crybaby

usgb/ˈkraɪbeɪbi/
noun

A person who cries or complains a lot, especially for little reason.

Stop being such a crybaby and handle your problems like an adult.
Visual representation of "crybaby" - A person who cries or complains a lot, especially for little reason

Often appears as...

  • stop being a crybaby
  • don't be a crybaby

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "crybaby"
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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual or informal situations, not for formal writing or professional contexts.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
He always sulks when he loses a game, what a crybaby.
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Negative Connotation

'Crybaby' implies weakness or immaturity, and it can be hurtful if used to mock or insult someone.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
My brother called me a crybaby just because I was upset over the movie.
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Avoid Overuse

Use sparingly, as overuse can lessen the impact of the word and seem insincere.

Illustration for Avoid Overuse
After calling everyone a crybaby, Sarah's words lost their sting.
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