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Effeminate

Verb / 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

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

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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