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womanish

/ˈwʊm.ən.ɪʃ/

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adjective

/ˈwʊm.ən.ɪʃ/formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, используемое для описания чего-то, считающегося характерным для женщины, часто в уничижительном или снисходительном тоне; в настоящее время в значительной степени устарело и считается оскорбительным.

An old-fashioned adjective used to describe something considered characteristic of a woman, often in a derogatory or patronizing manner; now largely obsolete and considered offensive.

  1. Having characteristics associated with women and considered undesirable in menC1formal

    Describing a man who displays traits or behaviors that are stereotypically considered feminine and are often viewed negatively or as inappropriate for a man.

    ruЖеноподобный

    • His womanish mannerisms were mocked by his peers.
    • The critic described the actor's performance as womanish and weak.
    • In some cultures, showing emotion is seen as womanish.

    Synonymseffeminateeffetesissifiedsissyunmanly

    Antonymsmanlymannishmasculinevirile

Forms
  • more womanish comparative form
  • most womanish superlative form
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