womanlike
Americanadjective
Synonym Usage
See womanly.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of womanlike
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; see origin at woman, -like
Example Sentences
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“We wanted to make ourselves look pretty and attractive and womanlike, in spite of the uniform,” said Nina Shebalina, a mechanic in the 586th Regiment.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
Yet, womanlike, she tried to hide her little worries, to make light of her girlish grief, and turn a brave face to the world.
From Silver Pitchers: and Independence A Centennial Love Story by Alcott, Louisa May
Perhaps it was because she had no fear that she played so boldly, recognizing in him the true gentleman, and womanlike, presuming on this knowledge.
From The Salamander by Johnson, Owen
Nanette, womanlike, cried many times during the nights because of the lack of a mirror and a comb for her untidy hair.
From Astounding Stories of Super-Science, October, 1930 by Various
“But she said something, my lady,” cried Jane, womanlike, grasping her mistress’s feelings and eager to put matters right.
From Sir Hilton's Sin by Fenn, George Manville
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