Synonyms of manhood

manhood

noun

ˈman-ˌhu̇d 

as in masculinity

the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men

a society that highly values manhood and courage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• masculinity
• maleness
• manliness
• virility
• machismo
• macho
• boyishness
• tomboyishness
• mannishness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• womanhood
• femininity
• womanliness
• femaleness
• girlishness
• girlhood
• maidenhood
• effeminacy
• emasculation
• muliebrity
• effeteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of manhood

Unlike Hegseth’s story that manhood is a chemical to be topped off, research shows that while hormones may open a window, the social environment decides what comes through. — Adam Stanaland, The Conversation, 20 July 2026

Danny has an entire party so that the guys can mourn the loss of his manhood. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 16 July 2026

Finally, Hermes tells Odysseus to be careful to not let Circe cut off his manhood. — Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 16 July 2026

Nolan, who also wrote the screenplay, cuts between Ulysses’ trials and Telemachus’ travels through the Ionian isles to find out whether his father is still alive – a matter of some importance both to his incipient manhood and to Penelope back home. — Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026