unmanly

/'ʌn'mænli/
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unmanly

A soldier showing unmanly fear would be a disgrace to his unit.

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution; contemptibly fearful: Describes a person or behavior that is considered cowardly, weak, or timid, failing to meet traditional expectations of male bravery.
    • Not possessing qualities befitting a man: Refers to characteristics, actions, or appearances that are judged as not conforming to societal or traditional standards of masculinity.

  2. Adverb:

    • Without qualities thought to befit a man: Describes the manner of doing something in a way that is considered not masculine.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • His refusal to stand up for his friend was seen as an unmanly act of cowardice.
    • The culture unfairly labeled showing emotion as unmanly behavior.
  • Adverb (less common):
    • He was accused of behaving unmanly by fleeing from the challenge.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in a critical or pejorative sense and is closely tied to traditional, and often outdated, gender stereotypes. Its use can be controversial as societal views on masculinity evolve.
  • It can describe not just actions but also objects or attributes metaphorically:
Variants and Related Words
  • Unmanliness (noun): The state or quality of being unmanly.
    • His unmanliness was a constant source of criticism from his father.
  • Manly (adjective): Possessing qualities traditionally associated with men, such as courage and strength. (Antonym)
Synonyms
  • Cowardly: Lacking courage.
  • Effeminate: Having qualities or characteristics more often associated with women (often used pejoratively).
  • Timid: Showing a lack of courage or confidence.
  • Weak: Lacking physical or moral strength.
Antonyms
  • Manly
  • Courageous
  • Brave
  • Virile
Notes on Usage
  • The term unmanly is subjective and based on cultural norms. Its application is decreasing in modern, inclusive language due to its reinforcement of rigid gender roles.
  • It is important to consider the potentially offensive nature of this word, as it judges behavior against a specific, often narrow, ideal of masculinity.
unmanly

A soldier showing unmanly fear would be a disgrace to his unit.

Adjective
  1. lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution; contemptibly fearful
  2. not possessing qualities befitting a man
Adverb
  1. without qualities thought to befit a man

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