Definition of «simp»

A 'simp' is a derogatory term for someone, typically a man, who is overly eager to please or subservient to another person, often a woman, in hopes of gaining their romantic or sexual attention. The term implies a lack of self-respect and is frequently used in online gaming communities and social media to mock individuals perceived as desperate or overly fawning. While often used humorously, it can also carry a genuinely negative and dismissive connotation.