FEMINITY Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

feminity

noun

fe-ˈmi-nə-tē

Definition of feminity

as in femininity

the set of qualities traditionally considered appropriate for or characteristic of women a gentle feminity that calmed the patients

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Recent Examples of feminity In this wildly inventive collection of stories, Kirby explores the power of feminity in its many forms – including as brazen witches, virgins who can't be sacrificed and even cockroaches who catcallers fear. — Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 24 May 2022 For makeup, Campbell emphasized the romanticism and feminity of her gown with long eyelashes and a pink lip. — Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 23 May 2022 Christian Dior created the New Look, a romantic vision of feminity and grace and her sister has never ceased to be a source of inspiration for him, until his sudden death in 1957. — Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 7 Nov. 2021 Aliétte, the brainchild of mega-stylist to the stars Jason Rembert, has come to be known for its refined sensibility, sophisticated feminity, and effortless modern take on eveningwear. — Essence, 21 Jan. 2020

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femininity

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Bustiers and bra tops, particularly at Chloé, offered a confident, sensual take on femininity, alongside romantic dresses and elevated separates.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
For the film, Cowan dug into the idea of the modern debutante dress, looking to the annual Le Bal des Débutantes in Paris for inspiration, while working in ample femininity and polish.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

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