manly
[ man-lee ]
/ ˈmæn li /
adjective, man·li·er, man·li·est.
having qualities traditionally ascribed to men, as strength or bravery.
pertaining to or suitable for males: manly sports.
adverb
Archaic. in a manly manner.
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Origin of manly
SYNONYMS FOR manly
Manly, manful, mannish mean having the traits or qualities that a culture regards as especially characteristic of or ideally appropriate to adult men. Manly is usually a term of approval, suggesting traits admired by society, such as determination, decisiveness, and steadiness: a manly acceptance of the facts; manly firmness of character. Manful, also a term of approval, stresses qualities such as courage, strength, and fortitude: a manful effort to overcome great odds. Mannish is most often used derogatorily in reference to the traits, manners, or accouterments of a woman that are thought to be more appropriate to or typical of a man: a mannish abruptness in her speech; She wore a severely mannish suit. See also male.
OTHER WORDS FROM manly
man·li·ness, nounWords nearby manly
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manly
/ (ˈmænlɪ) /
adjective -lier or -liest
possessing qualities, such as vigour or courage, generally regarded as appropriate to or typical of a man; masculine
characteristic of or befitting a mana manly sport
Derived forms of manly
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