Effeminated: meaning, definitions and examples
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effeminated
[ əˈfɛmɪˌneɪtɪd ]
gender expression
Effeminated refers to a male who exhibits behaviors, traits, or appearances traditionally associated with femininity. This can include mannerisms, fashion choices, and interests that are culturally aligned with women's roles. The term can be used both descriptively and pejoratively, depending on the context and intent.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was often teased for his effeminated mannerisms.
- The effeminated style of his dress caught many people's attention at the event.
- Cultural norms sometimes pressure boys against adopting effeminated behaviors.
Translations
Translations of the word "effeminated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 efeminado
🇮🇳 नारीवादी
🇩🇪 effeminiert
🇮🇩 efeminasi
🇺🇦 ефемінований
🇵🇱 efeminizowany
🇯🇵 女らしい
🇫🇷 efféminé
🇪🇸 efeminado
🇹🇷 efemine
🇰🇷 여성화된
🇸🇦 مؤنث
🇨🇿 efeminovaný
🇸🇰 efeminizovaný
🇨🇳 女性化的
🇸🇮 efeminiran
🇮🇸 kvenlegur
🇰🇿 әйелдік
🇬🇪 ეფემინირებული
🇦🇿 efeminizə olunmuş
🇲🇽 efeminado
Etymology
The term 'effeminated' originates from the Latin word 'femina', meaning 'woman'. It entered the English language through the Middle French 'efféminé'. The word has historically been used to describe men who display characteristics or behaviors that deviate from societal expectations of masculinity. The concept has been contentious, particularly as discussions around gender and masculinity have evolved. In earlier centuries, effeminate men were often subjected to scorn and discrimination, viewed as undermining traditional gender roles. However, modern interpretations have begun to embrace a broader understanding of masculinity, allowing individuals to express gender in diverse ways without prejudice.