Synonyms of feminine

feminine

adjective

ˈfe-mə-nən 

as in female

of, relating to, or marked by qualities traditionally associated with women

a designer adding feminine touches to the collection

Synonyms & Similar Words

• female
• womanly
• womanish
• womanlike
• girlish
• effeminate
• unmanly
• ladylike
• sissy
• girlie
• epicene
• petticoat
• sissified
• ultrafeminine
• effete
• distaff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• masculine
• unfeminine
• male
• manly
• boyish
• unwomanly
• virile
• tomboyish
• androgynous
• hoydenish
• mannish
• neuter
• manlike
• Amazonian
• butch
• macho
• hypermasculine
• hairy-chested

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of feminine

Will every student have to get a doctor’s signature, or just masculine girls and feminine boys? — The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026

The lace detailing at the hem of this oversized sweater dress secures it as a fun and feminine addition to your fall wardrobe that also happens to be on sale for $40. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2026

Whimsical, feminine interiors wrapped in custom murals by English artist and designer Luke Edward Hall heighten the sense of theatricality, as does the build-your-own sundae trolley. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Clearly, pairing a flowy feminine dress with a tough, oversized bomber jacket is still an unbeatable fall outfit formula. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2026