Synonyms for

Men

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

Definition

Men are adult male humans.

Synonyms & similar words

manpower homo world militaryman humanrace mankind workforce isleofman adultmale gentlemansgentleman valetdechambre hands gentleman woman humanbeings civilian man humanity humans serviceman piece valet human militarypersonnel humankind males guys dudes fellas gentlemen boys adults husbands partners mates buddies pals associates friends colleagues brothers sons fathers grandfathers uncles

Synonyms by register

Formal

mankind humanity population

Informal

guys dudes blokes fellows

Literary

mortals he-men

Antonyms

women girls females ladies

Common collocations

  • men's health
  • men's rights
  • men of science
  • men and women
  • men's room
  • men's wear
  • men of character

Word family

noun man
adjective male
adverb manfully

Usage note

The word 'men' is the plural of 'man'. It can refer specifically to adult males or more generally to human beings of any sex.

Example sentences

  1. The men played basketball at the park.
  2. My dad is one of the nicest men I know.
  3. The men in our family like to go camping.
  4. The men in suits were talking on their phones.
  5. The men cheered loudly at the football game.

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