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Definition of pushover

pushover

/ˈpʊʃˌoʊ.vɚ/
push · o · ver
Plural:pushovers
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pushover Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who is easily persuaded, influenced, or taken advantage of; someone who lacks assertiveness or resolve.

Example

"The new manager made it clear that she was no pushover when it came to enforcing project deadlines."

2

A task, opponent, or challenge that is very easy to overcome or accomplish.

Example

"Everyone expected the qualifying exam to be a pushover, but the questions proved surprisingly difficult."

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• Nearby Words

pusher
pushily
pushiness
pushover
pushpin
pushup
pushy

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in early 20th-century American English, originally in boxing slang to describe an opponent so weak that they could be knocked down with a mere push.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pushover. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pushover
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