womanly
Womanly (adj) means Considered typical of, or fitting for, a woman; feminine. Example: “She carried herself with a quiet, womanly confidence.”
How to use womanly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving qualities traditionally seen as characteristic of women.
Word forms
womanlier comparative, womanliest superlative
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She carried herself with a quiet, _____ confidence.
Etymology
From Middle English womanly, from woman plus -ly.
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What does “womanly” mean?
The word “womanly” means considered typical of, or fitting for, a woman; feminine. In plain terms, having qualities traditionally seen as characteristic of women.
How do you pronounce “womanly”?
“Womanly” is pronounced WUU-muhn-lee (/ˈwʊmənli/ in IPA).
How do you use “womanly” in a sentence?
Here is “womanly” used in a sentence: “She carried herself with a quiet, womanly confidence.”
What is the opposite of “womanly”?
The opposite of “womanly” — its antonyms — are masculine, male and manly.
What part of speech is “womanly”?
“Womanly” is an adjective.
Where does the word “womanly” come from?
The word “womanly” comes from Middle English. From Middle English womanly, from woman plus -ly.