masculinity
1 synonyms and 3 antonyms for masculinity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality or state of being masculine; manliness.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use masculinity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French masculinité, built from masculine plus the suffix "-ity."
Full origin of masculinity →Frequently asked questions
What does “masculinity” mean?
The word “masculinity” means the quality or state of being masculine; manliness. In plain terms, the set of traits or identity associated with being a man.
How do you pronounce “masculinity”?
“Masculinity” is pronounced mask-yuh-LIH-nih-tee (/ˌmæskjəˈlɪnɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “masculinity” in a sentence?
Here is “masculinity” used in a sentence: “The documentary explored changing ideas of masculinity across generations.”
What is the opposite of “masculinity”?
The opposite of “masculinity” — its antonyms — are feminility, feminineness and womanlikeness.
What part of speech is “masculinity”?
“Masculinity” is a noun.
Where does the word “masculinity” come from?
The word “masculinity” comes from French. From French masculinité, built from masculine plus the suffix "-ity.".
Is “masculinity” a common word?
“Masculinity” is an uncommon word in modern English.