unmanful

/'ʌn'mænful/
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unmanful

The young man sat on the edge of the bed and began to cry in an unmanful way after losing the game.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Not possessing qualities befitting a man: Describes a person, typically a male, who lacks the characteristics traditionally or stereotypically associated with manliness, such as courage, strength, or decisiveness.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • His unmanful retreat from the argument disappointed his supporters.
    • The general condemned the soldier's unmanful display of fear in the face of the enemy.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in a critical or pejorative sense, reinforcing traditional gender norms. Its usage has declined in modern, more gender-sensitive contexts.
  • It can describe actions, behaviors, or attitudes deemed cowardly or weak.
    • History books often portrayed the king's surrender as an unmanful act.
Variants and Related Words
  • Unmanfully (adverb): In a manner not befitting a man.
    • He acted unmanfully when confronted with the challenge.
  • Unmanliness (noun): The state or quality of being unmanful.
    • The play explores themes of honor and unmanliness.
Synonyms
  • Cowardly: Lacking courage.
  • Timid: Showing a lack of courage or confidence.
  • Effeminate (context-dependent): Having qualities traditionally associated with women (can be used pejoratively).
Antonyms
  • Manful: Possessing qualities befitting a man; brave and resolute.
  • Courageous: Not deterred by danger or pain; brave.
  • Valiant: Possessing or showing courage or determination.
unmanful

The young man sat on the edge of the bed and began to cry in an unmanful way after losing the game.

Adjective
  1. not possessing qualities befitting a man

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