adj, adv ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   the trait of being womanly; having the characteristics of an adult female wordnet

Adjective

1. 1
   Befitting or characteristic of a woman.
2. 2
   Resembling a woman; feminine; (of a man) effeminate.

Adjective

1. 1
   resembling a woman wordnet

Adverb

1. 1
   In a manner perceived to be characteristic of a woman.

   "I really meant it for a compliment, and to put her in a good mood; but, woman-like, she took it the wrong way."

Synonyms

All synonyms

womanlyfemalefemininegirlishkittenishladylike

Example

More examples

"I really meant it for a compliment, and to put her in a good mood; but, woman-like, she took it the wrong way."

Etymology

From woman + -like.

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