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Effeminate

Adjective / i:ˈfemɪnʌt / Another word for effeminate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having qualities or characteristics more often associated with women than men

Synonyms & similar words

sissified epicene cissy sissyish emasculate sissy feminine womanly unmanly weak girlish metrosexual sissy delicate soft dainty dandyish pretty frail sensitive flamboyant over-refined unmacho pansyish womanish refined

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Example sentences

  1. The boy was often teased by his classmates for being effeminate.
  2. Some people believe that men who wear pink clothing are effeminate.
  3. The man's high-pitched voice was considered effeminate by some.
  4. The effeminate gestures of the actor annoyed some viewers.
  5. The effeminate clothing style was popular among some teenagers.

Quotes

  • I'm not effeminate. I'm just not into the whole macho thing.
  • There is nothing wrong with being effeminate or feminine as a man.
  • Being effeminate is not a weakness; it's just a different way of being a man.

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