as in maleness
the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men
some men believe that wearing pink would undermine their masculinity
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Recent Examples of masculinity
As has been written by many, the perception of masculinity was boosted by the endorsement of masculine podcasters and influencers.
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Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 21 July 2025
Obama's comments—which had amassed 9.1 million views at the time of writing after being shared to wife Michelle's Instagram account—come amid growing public discussion around masculinity, emotional development and male loneliness.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
The title, provocative by design, belies a layered comedy that examines modern masculinity, loyalty, and emotional vulnerability.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 17 July 2025
During an appearance on the July 3 episode of the Tea Time with Raven & Miranda podcast, the actor, 39, discussed the topic of masculinity with Raven Symoné and her wife, Miranda Pearman-Maday.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 12 July 2025
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Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 21 July 2025
Obama's comments—which had amassed 9.1 million views at the time of writing after being shared to wife Michelle's Instagram account—come amid growing public discussion around masculinity, emotional development and male loneliness.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
The title, provocative by design, belies a layered comedy that examines modern masculinity, loyalty, and emotional vulnerability.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 17 July 2025
During an appearance on the July 3 episode of the Tea Time with Raven & Miranda podcast, the actor, 39, discussed the topic of masculinity with Raven Symoné and her wife, Miranda Pearman-Maday.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masculinity
Noun
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More than just a reflection on his origin, the project serves as a sonic memoir, capturing the journey from boyhood to manhood.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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At a time when much of the media is bowing to Trump, the opening of the show’s new season ridiculed his megalomania, his intimidation of the media and his manhood.—
Michelle Goldberg,
Mercury News,
3 Aug. 2025
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There's a true earthy manliness that's really f---ing raw and awesome.—
Yolanda Machado,
EW.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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One of the most famous of the walkers was Edward Payton Weston, whose many ultra-walks touted a mix of sensationalism, spectacle, manliness, and health.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Mar. 2025
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Beards emerged as legible emblems of male virility and authority just as women began demanding the vote.—
Book Marks
August 1,
Literary Hub,
1 Aug. 2025
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Historically, mustaches have symbolized virility and toughness.—
Claire Murashima,
NPR,
2 July 2025
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But for readers, the brutality of Girlie’s work chronicles is offset by her personality—she’s got machismo, smarts, swagger.—
Sarah Rose Etter,
The Atlantic,
6 Aug. 2025
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His machismo may have been especially appealing to some male voters.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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“Masculinity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masculinity. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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