Milquetoasts, a term originally derived from a comic strip character named Caspar Milquetoast, refers to someone who is timid, meek, or lacking courage. Some synonyms that share the same definition include spineless, weak-willed, timid, cowardly, and pusillanimous. Other synonyms might also include wishy-washy, feeble-minded, or soft. In contrast, antonyms would include terms such as bold, fearless, courageous, or adventurous. Synonyms for milquetoasts can be useful when describing someone who is overly cautious or lacking in assertiveness, and can be useful in a variety of settings from personal relationships to professional environments.