What does it mean?
effete
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Your nephew Nick is quite effete, to the disappointment of his father. Nick's dad wishes his son

a.) didn't have such a vivid imagination—he's forever dreaming up fanciful schemes that will never see the light of day.

b.) would spend more time playing sports and less time studying.

c.) would spend less time tending rare orchids and indulging in fois gras and find a useful, productive profession.

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