feminise

• Etwas weiblich machen oder ihm weibliche Eigenschaften verleihen; etwas so verändern, dass es als typisch weiblich gilt.

To make something feminine or more characteristic of a woman; to change something to have feminine qualities.

1. Assume feminine characteristicsC1formal

   To take on or develop qualities or features traditionally associated with women or femininity.

   Weibliche Züge annehmen

   • The hormone therapy caused his features to feminise gradually.
   • In some species, the male can feminise under certain environmental conditions.
   • The character's personality began to feminise as the story progressed.

   Synonymeeffeminize

   Antonymemasculinise

2. Give a feminine quality or appearanceC1formal

   To make something or someone appear or seem more feminine, womanly, or effeminate.

   Verweiblichen

   • The designer chose soft fabrics and pastel colors to feminise the collection.
   • Some critics argued that the film tried to feminise the traditionally masculine role.
   • She used makeup and accessories to feminise her otherwise androgynous look.

   Synonymeeffeminizefeminize

   Antonymemasculinise