manlike
/mænlaik/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Resembling human beings: Having characteristics or qualities that are similar to those of humans, particularly in form or behavior.
- Characteristic of a man: Possessing qualities, attributes, or behaviors traditionally or typically associated with adult human males, such as strength, courage, or deep voice.
- Possessing qualities befitting a man: Exhibiting traits considered admirable, proper, or appropriate for a man.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The robot's movements were surprisingly manlike. (The robot's movements bore a close resemblance to those of a human.)
- He spoke in a deep, manlike voice. (His voice had the deep quality characteristic of a man.)
- She admired his manlike resolve in the face of adversity. (She admired his resolve, which displayed qualities befitting a man.)
Advanced Usage
- In anthropological or biological contexts: Used to describe physical features or behaviors in other species that are analogous to those of humans.
- The researchers studied the manlike gait of the ape.
- As a descriptive term for artifacts or appearances: Used to describe something non-human that has a humanoid form.
- The ancient statue had a crude, manlike shape.
Variants and Related Words
- Manly (adj): Having qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength and courage; often implies commendation.
- He took a manly responsibility for the mistake.
- Manlike is a less common variant. Manly is more frequently used for the sense of "possessing admirable masculine qualities."
Synonyms
- Virile: Possessing masculine strength or spirit.
- Masculine: Having qualities or appearance traditionally associated with men.
- Anthropoid: Resembling a human being in form (used especially for apes).
Antonyms
- Womanlike: Resembling or characteristic of a woman.
- Effeminate: (Of a man) having characteristics regarded as typical of a woman; often used derogatorily.
- Childlike: Resembling or characteristic of a child.
Notes on Usage
- The word manlike can sometimes be considered dated or gender-biased in modern contexts, as it centers traditional male qualities as a standard. Terms like human-like (for resembling humans) or masculine (for male-associated traits) are often preferred for clarity and neutrality.
- It is primarily used as an adjective and is not commonly used to form phrasal verbs or idioms.
Adjective
- resembling human beings
- characteristic of a man
- a deep male voice
- manly sports
- possessing qualities befitting a man