Synonyms for Manly
Definition of manly
adverb
- in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man; "having said her say Peggy manfully shouldered her burden and prepared to break up yet another home"
adjective
- possessing qualities befitting a man
- characteristic of a man; "a deep male voice"; "manly sports"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "manly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like doughty, fearless, hardy can replace "manly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 9 alternatives available, "manly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Manly" in song lyrics
See how manly is used in real songs:
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"And when I come out manly,"
Akrobatik — Red Sox Freestyle -
"But I told them muthafuckas not to try to test my manly"
Krayzie Bone f/ Niko — Street People -
"Tryin to front because he wanna be manly"
Sir Mix-A-Lot — You Can Have Her