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Definition |
someone who is easily manipulated |
Examples |
1) People treat Myron like a doormat because he is such a
pushover. 2) She's often seen as a
pushover, always accommodating
others without standing up for herself. |
Etymology |
The term originated from the idea of
something easily defeated, evolving to describe a person easily
manipulated. |
Synonyms |
soft touch, doormat, easy mark |
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