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Androgynous

Verb / æˈndrɔ:dʒʌnʌs / Another word for androgynous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Androgynous means having both male and female characteristics or qualities.

Synonyms & similar words

male unisex gender-neutral ambisexual epicene hermaphroditic intersexual neuter nonbinary indeterminate bisexual pansexual omnisexual all-sexual polysexual omni-gendered multigendered intergendered bigendered androgynal androgyne

Example sentences

  1. The androgynous singer wore a suit and heels on stage.
  2. The androgynous plant has both male and female reproductive organs.
  3. The androgynous fashion trend is becoming more popular.
  4. The androgynous character in the book was difficult to categorize.
  5. Some animals are androgynous and can change their sex as needed.

Quotes

  • I think people are intrigued by the thought of androgyny or the thought of a true hybrid, a being that is both male and female.
  • Sexual harassment is about power. It's about dominating someone else. Androgynous, boyish women like me were safe targets because they were unlikely to report the crimes.
  • Androgyny is not trying to manage the relationship between the opposites; it is simply flowing between them.

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