Effeminacy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Effeminacy
Effeminacy (noun)
- the quality of being effeminate
Effeminacy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in effeteness
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Effeminacy
The most common words with a similar meaning to Effeminacy:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Effeminacy
Words with the opposite meaning of Effeminacy:
Origin & Etymology of Effeminacy
First known use: 1571
Frequently Asked Questions about Effeminacy
What does "Effeminacy" mean?
"Effeminacy" means the quality of being effeminate. As a noun, it is defined as: the quality of being effeminate.
What is another word for "Effeminacy"?
Other words for "Effeminacy" include effeteness, femaleness, girlishness, girlhood, maidenhood, femininity, feminity and muliebrity. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Effeminacy" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Effeminacy"?
There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Effeminacy". Common alternatives include effeteness, femaleness, girlishness, girlhood, maidenhood, femininity, feminity, muliebrity, womanhood and womanishness.
What is the opposite of "Effeminacy"?
Antonyms of "Effeminacy" include manhood, manliness, masculinity, virility, androgyny, boyishness, mannishness and tomboyishness.
Is "Effeminacy" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Effeminacy" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Effeminacy"?
"Effeminacy" is pronounced /ə-ˈfe-mə-nə-sē/ and divided into syllables as ef·fem·i·na·cy.
What is the origin of the word "Effeminacy"?
First known use: 1571.
What is another word for "Effeminacy" meaning "as in effeteness"?
When "Effeminacy" (noun) means as in effeteness, synonyms include effeteness, femaleness, girlishness, girlhood, maidenhood and femininity. Opposites in this sense include manhood, manliness, masculinity and virility.