CEFR A2

feminine

adjective

Meaning

Having qualities or appearance traditionally associated with women, especially gentleness, delicacy, and attractiveness.

Examples

The dress had a very feminine design with ruffles and lace.
He was praised for his feminine charm and sensitivity.

Synonyms: womanly, girlish, effeminate, ladylike

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feminine (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛmənɪn/

Definition

Having qualities or appearance traditionally associated with women, especially gentleness, delicacy, and attractiveness.

Examples

The dress had a very feminine design with ruffles and lace.
He was praised for his feminine charm and sensitivity.
The character's feminine traits were central to the story's theme.

Synonyms of feminine

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Antonyms of feminine

Words with the opposite meaning to feminine:

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