unmanly

• Adjetivo que describe comportamientos o cualidades considerados atípicos o inapropiados para un hombre, a menudo usado en un contexto despectivo o anticuado.

An adjective describing behavior or qualities considered not typical or appropriate for a man, often used in a derogatory or outdated context.

1. Not possessing qualities befitting a manB2formal

   Lacking or not showing the qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength, courage, or independence.

   Poco viril

   • He was criticized for what some considered unmanly behavior.
   • The old stereotypes about unmanly interests are fading.
   • She rejected the notion that showing emotion is unmanly.

   Sinónimoscowardlyeffeminatesissifiedsofttimidweakwimpishwomanish

   Antónimosmanlymasculinevirile

2. Lacking courage and resolutionC1formal

   Showing a lack of bravery, strength of character, or determination; contemptibly fearful.

   Falta de valor y resolución

   • His unmanly retreat from the challenge disappointed his team.
   • The general considered any display of fear to be unmanly.
   • She thought his hesitation was unmanly and weak.

   Sinónimoscowardlycravendastardlyfaint-heartedgutlesslily-liveredpusillanimousspinelesstimidtimorousyellow

   Antónimosbravecourageousfearlessmanlypluckyresolutevaliant

• Adverbio que indica una manera o comportamiento que no se considera viril o masculino, apartándose de las expectativas tradicionales o estereotipadas de la masculinidad.

An adverb meaning 'in a manner not considered manly or masculine.' It is used to describe behavior, actions, or qualities that deviate from traditional or stereotypical expectations of masculinity.

1. In a manner not considered manlyC1formal

   In a way that lacks qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength, courage, or assertiveness.

   de manera poco varonil

   • He acted unmanly by refusing to take responsibility.
   • She criticized him for behaving unmanly in the face of danger.
   • The character was portrayed unmanly, showing vulnerability and fear.

   Sinónimoscowardlydastardlypusillanimouslytimidlyweakly

   Antónimosmanfully