Unmasculine: meaning, definitions and examples

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unmasculine

 

[ สŒnหˆmรฆskjษ™lษ™หŒn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

gendered behavior

The term 'unmasculine' refers to qualities, traits, or behaviors that are typically not associated with masculinity. This can mean appearing or acting in ways that are perceived as more feminine or displaying vulnerability. 'Unmasculine' often challenges traditional gender norms and expectations, suggesting a more inclusive understanding of gender identity. It reflects a broader societal shift towards recognizing diverse expressions of gender beyond the binary classification of male and female.

Synonyms

delicate, emotional, feminine, gentle, sensitive.

Examples of usage

  • He showed an unmasculine sensitivity.
  • His unmasculine approach to parenting was refreshing.
  • Admitting his fear felt unmasculine for him.

Translations

Translations of the word "unmasculine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nรฃo masculino

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅˆเคฐ-เคชเฅเคฐเฅเคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unmรคnnlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tidak maskulin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะผะฐัะบัƒะปั–ะฝะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niemฤ™ski

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ž็”ทๆ€ง็š„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท non masculin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ no masculino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท erkek olmayan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋‚จ์„ฑ์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูŠุฑ ุฐูƒูˆุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nemuลพskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nemuลพskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ž็”ทๆ€ง็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nemaskulinen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ekki karlmannlegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตั€ะบะตะบ ะตะผะตั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ—แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kiลŸiliksiz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ no masculino

Etymology

The word 'unmasculine' combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'masculine', which has its roots in Middle French 'masculin' and Latin 'masculinus'. The Latin term derived from 'masculus', meaning 'male' or 'man', which is further traced to the root 'mas', related to male characteristics. The concept of masculinity has undergone significant evolution throughout history, with changing societal norms reshaping what it means to be masculine. In contemporary discourse, 'unmasculine' highlights the fluidity of gender roles and the idea that certain traits traditionally viewed as 'unmasculine' are natural and human qualities, applicable to all individuals regardless of gender. This term reflects a cultural movement towards dismantling rigid gendered expectations and embracing diversity in gender expression.