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unfeminine

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective unfeminine has 1 sense
  1. unfeminine - not suitable for a woman; "an unfeminine depth of voice"
    Antonyms:
    womanly, feminine (indirect, via unwomanly)

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Unfeminine

Definition:

Unfeminine is an adjective that describes something or someone that is not typically associated with feminine qualities or characteristics.

Senses:

  1. Not exhibiting or conforming to qualities or behaviors typically associated with females.
  2. Lacking grace, delicacy, or elegance often associated with femininity.
  3. In a local context, refers to actions or behaviors that are considered atypical or unacceptable for women within a specific community or culture.
  4. Often used to describe physical appearances that do not align with traditional feminine beauty standards.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

  1. The tomboyish girl was often teased by her classmates for her unfeminine interests in sports.
  2. The CEO's tough and assertive management style was sometimes criticized as unfeminine.

Sense 2:

  1. Her loud, boisterous laughter was often considered unfeminine in social gatherings.
  2. The actress found it challenging to break free from roles that portrayed her as unfeminine and instead showcase her vulnerability on-screen.

Sense 3:

  1. In their conservative community, women wearing pants were seen as unfeminine.
  2. She was scolded by her relatives for speaking too assertively as it was perceived as unfeminine behavior within their local culture.

Sense 4:

  1. The fashion industry has been criticized for portraying a narrow definition of femininity, often labeling certain body types as unfeminine.
  2. After losing her hair due to chemotherapy, she struggled with feelings of being unfeminine and sought support from cancer support groups.

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