womanishness

as in femininity
the set of qualities traditionally considered appropriate for or characteristic of women what constitutes womanishness varies by culture and era

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Noun
  • And of course, Lorelai’s outerwear brings her signature mix of fun and femininity to every look.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Strong jewelry, especially necklaces and earrings, highlighting femininity.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • An Interview with Marlowe Granados Isabel Slone The author of Happy Hour on charm as currency, the resilience of feminity, and getting away with things.
    Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Margaux's suede version, in particular, will add a touch of feminity to any dressed-up or dressed-down look.
    Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 15 Aug. 2023
Noun
  • The film’s focus on the mother-daughter relationship helped audiences explore coming of age and the experience of womanhood.
    Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
  • This collection journeys through faith, womanhood, and community, and much more.
    Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 9 Oct. 2025
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“Womanishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/womanishness. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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