Definition
A 'milquetoast' is a person who is timid, meek, and easily dominated. The word describes someone lacking assertiveness and courage, often characterized by a fear of conflict. They are easily intimidated. Imagine a character who always agrees with others, even when they disagree internally. It is derived from a comic strip character. It suggests a lack of backbone and a tendency to avoid confrontation at all costs. In modern terms, you could think of a milquetoast as someone who always lets others control the group project.