Meaning & Definition of word "Feminine"

Feminine

/ˈfɛmɪnɪn/

1. The female gender or the quality of being female.
- Example: In many languages, nouns have a feminine form.
2. A female person or creature.
- Example: The feminine is often represented in literature as a source of inspiration.

1. Related to or characteristic of women or female beings; having qualities traditionally associated with women.
- Example: The dress had a feminine design, with soft colors and floral patterns.
2. Having qualities traditionally associated with women; gentle, nurturing, or delicate.
- Example: Her feminine demeanor made her well-suited for a career in teaching.

●From Latin 'femininus', which means 'of woman'.

feminine touch:

A quality or characteristic that adds beauty or elegance, often associated with women.

feminine intuition:

The ability to understand something instinctively, often thought to be more pronounced in women.

feminine perspective:

A viewpoint or outlook influenced by female experiences and values.

masculine:

Having qualities or characteristics traditionally associated with men.

gender:

The state of being male or female, typically used with reference to social and cultural differences.

androgynous:

Having both male and female characteristics, or being neutral with respect to gender.

Meaning: Femme fatale

● Example Sentence: A woman who uses her feminine charm to seduce men.

Meaning: Girly

● Example Sentence: Her room is decorated in a very girly, feminine style.