SISSIFIED Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

sissified

adjective

ˈsi-si-ˌfīd

Definition of sissified

as in feminine

of or relating to a man who has or displays qualities traditionally considered more suitable for women learned the hard way that using the recommended safety gear was sensible, not sissified

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First championed on the spring 2026 runways at Chloé, Victoria Beckham, and Miu Miu, the sweet, ultra-feminine frock has since taken over street style.

— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
For instance, try balancing out the rugged look with feminine shorts like the LyreBird Silken Lace-Trim Shorts.

— Tessa Petak, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of feminine

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The term kothi applies to a broad category of people assigned male at birth who are effeminate to varying degrees and might engage in same-sex relationships, but do not live in separate communities.

— Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 2026
One of the earliest of American masculinity influencers was President Theodore Roosevelt, who touted his own transformation from a timid, effeminate man – local presses mocked him in his early career – to a rugged outdoorsman.

— Miriam Eve Mora, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2026

Definition of effeminate

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For Marius’ friend, police chief Silviu (Alex Conovaru), such solicitude is weak and unmanly.

— Jay Weissberg, Variety, 14 Aug. 2026
Why beef culture and agriculture matter in Texas Some of Talarico's critics seemed to be ripping on his manhood, referencing his support for the LGBTQ+ community, along with the purportedly unmanly notion of having, at one time, eschewed meat.

— Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 29 May 2026

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