effeminate

Meanings

• Adjective

  Displaying qualities or mannerisms traditionally associated with women, especially when a man does so.

  - "His effeminate behavior made him the target of bullying."
  - "Despite his masculine appearance, he had an effeminate voice."

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Antonyms

non-effeminate , noneffeminate , uneffeminate

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Synonyms

camp , effete , epicene , swish , unmanly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with effeminate
feminine , emasculate , intimate , adulate

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Variants

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effeminate , effeminates

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Etymology

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From Latin effeminare 'make soft, emasculate'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'effeminate' has been used in English since the 15th century.

2. In ancient Greece, men who were perceived as effeminate were often shamed or ostracized from society.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gender Stereotypes: Effeminate is often used to reinforce gender stereotypes and reinforce traditional notions of masculinity and femininity.

2. Homophobia: Effeminate has been used as a derogatory term against men perceived as gay or effeminate, contributing to homophobic attitudes and discrimination.

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Culture

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In various contexts, the term 'effeminate' has been used to stigmatize men perceived as not conforming to traditional masculine norms. It has been used pejoratively to criticize men for displaying behaviors or mannerisms that are stereotypically associated with women. In literature and art, the term has been used to describe characters who are depicted as effeminate, often for comedic or satirical effect.

How to Memorize "effeminate"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a man displaying traditionally feminine behaviors or mannerisms. Visualize him being teased or bullied for his behavior.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'effeminate' with traditional gender roles and stereotypes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Effeminate: Exhibiting Feminine Emotions, Fashion, and Manners' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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