What is another word for Effeminately?

Pronunciation: [ɛfˈɛmɪnˌe͡ɪtli] (IPA)

Effeminately is a word used to describe a man or boy who shows traditionally feminine characteristics or behaviors. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this type of behavior, including femininely, girlishly, womanishly, unmanly, softly, delicately, or daintily. All of these synonyms refer to traits that are typically associated with femininity, such as being gentle, sensitive, refined, or sensitive. While some people may view these traits as negative, others see them as positive attributes that should be celebrated. Ultimately, the choice of which synonym to use will depend on the context and intention of the writer or speaker.

What are the hypernyms for Effeminately?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Effeminately

Pedantic verse, Effeminately smooth, Racked through all little rules of art to soothe, The soft'ned age industriously compile, Main wit and cripple fancy all the while.
"Early Theories of Translation"
Flora Ross Amos
Their lovers and favorers, too, had a share in the young boy's honor or disgrace; and there goes a story that one of them was fined by the magistrates, because the lad whom he loved cried out Effeminately as he was fighting.
"Plutarch-Lives-of-the-noble-Grecians-and-Romans"
Clough, Arthur Hugh
Many men dressed Effeminately with rouge, face patches, heavily scented clothing, muffs, and many ribbons of many colors.
"Our Legal Heritage, 4th Ed."
S. A. Reilly

Related words: effeminate, sissy, pansy, queer, homosexual

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