manly
The word “manly” has 2 syllables: man-ly
It's pronounced as /ˈmæn.li/
What is synonym and antonym for manly?
In the thesaurus, “manly” has 20 synonyms and 20 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for manly along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for manly
- amazonian
- boyish
- butch
- hairy-chested
- he-man
- hoydenish
- hunky
- hypermasculine
- macho
- male
- man-size
- man-sized
- manful
- manlike
- mannish
- masculine
- mature
- tomboyish
- ultramasculine
- virile
Antonyms for manly
- androgynous
- boyish
- boylike
- effeminate
- emasculated
- feminine
- girlish
- immature
- impotent
- metrosexual
- neuter
- sissified
- sissy
- unmacho
- unmanly
- unmasculine
- weakened
- womanish
- womanlike
- womanly
Meanings of manly
- adjective
- Having the characteristics of a man.
- Having qualities befitting a man; courageous, resolute, noble.
Example Sentences
- He gave a manly handshake that showed strength and confidence.
- The actor's deep voice added to his manly charm.
- Choosing to be gentle doesn't make a man less manly.
- He wore a manly cologne that filled the room with a bold scent.
- The character displayed manly courage in the face of danger.
On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to manly, such as: amazonian, androgynous, boyish, boylike, butch, effeminate, emasculated.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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