Associations to the word «Effeminate»

Wiktionary

EFFEMINATE, adjective. (often derogatory) (of a man or boy) Having behaviour or mannerisms considered unmasculine or typical of a woman or girl; feminine.
EFFEMINATE, adjective. (obsolete) womanly; tender
EFFEMINATE, verb. (archaic) To make womanly; to unman.

Dictionary definition

EFFEMINATE, adjective. Having unsuitable feminine qualities.

Wise words

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