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- Dictionaryeffeminate/ɪˈfɛmɪnət/
adjective
- 1. (with reference to a man) having characteristics and ways of behaving traditionally associated with women and regarded as inappropriate for a man: derogatory "John is depicted as an effeminate young man with flowing hair and delicate hands"
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EFFEMINATE definition: 1. An effeminate man behaves or looks similar to a woman: 2. An effeminate man behaves or looks…. Learn more.
The meaning of EFFEMINATE is having feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner. How to use effeminate in a sentence.
Effeminate definition: (of a man or boy) having traits, tastes, habits, etc., traditionally considered feminine, as softness or delicacy.. See examples of EFFEMINATE used in a sentence.
EFFEMINATE meaning: 1. An effeminate man behaves or looks similar to a woman: 2. An effeminate man behaves or looks…. Learn more.
1. having the qualities generally attributed to women, as weakness, timidity, delicacy, etc.; unmanly; not virile. 2. characterized by such qualities; weak; soft, decadent, etc.
1. (of a man or boy) having traits, tastes, habits, etc., traditionally considered feminine, as softness or delicacy. 2. characterized by softness, delicacy, weakness, or lack of vigor.
The word effeminate is used to describe a man or a boy with characteristics that are more often associated with females. You were once teased for your effeminate, high-pitched voice, but now you're a world-renowned singer.
Definition of effeminate adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Jun 2, 2024 · effeminate (comparative more effeminate, superlative most effeminate) (often derogatory, of a man or boy) Exhibiting behaviour or mannerisms considered typical of a female; unmasculine.
Effeminate definition: Having or showing qualities or characteristics more often associated with females than males; unmanly.
