maidenly

• Adjetivo, hoje arcaico, que descreve qualidades tradicionalmente atribuídas a uma moça, como recato, doçura ou inocência.

An adjective, now archaic, describing qualities traditionally associated with a maiden, such as modesty, gentleness, or innocence.

1. Befitting a maidenC1formal

   Having the gentle, modest, or innocent qualities traditionally associated with a young woman.

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   • Her maidenly blush revealed her shyness.
   • He found her maidenly grace very charming.
   • She spoke in a soft, maidenly voice.
   • The dress was simple and maidenly in style.

   Sinônimoschastedemuregirlishinnocentmodestpurevirginal

   Antônimosbrazenforwardimmodestunchastewanton