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Meaning of unfeminine
The primary meaning of the word "unfeminine" refers to something or someone that lacks characteristics traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy, gentleness, or refinement.
Etymology of unfeminine
The word "unfeminine" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the prefix "un-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "feminine" (meaning "having qualities traditionally associated with women")
Historically, the term has been used to describe behaviors, attitudes, or characteristics that deviate from societal expectations of women
Synonyms
masculine
unwomanly
unladylike
butch
tomboyish
manly
rugged
coarse
crude
rough
unrefined
uncouth
brutish
barbaric
savage
ferocious
fierce
intimidating
aggressive
belligerent
pugnacious
combative
bellicose
unfemale
nonfeminine
unwomanish
unmaternal
unmotherly
unmannerly
impolite
discourteous
rude
boorish
churlish
loutish
oafish
awkward
clumsy
ungainly
ungraceful
inelegant
unpolished
ungentlemanly
Definitions
- Not having or showing the qualities traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or gentleness
- * Not conforming to traditional notions of femininity
Usage Examples
- Her unfeminine behavior on the football field surprised her teammates
- * The unfeminine decor of the room made it feel cold and uninviting
- * She was criticized for her unfeminine attitude towards her male colleagues