11+ Synonyms for Unmanly & Similar Words
Definition of unmanly
- adverb
- without qualities thought to befit a man
- adjective
- not possessing qualities befitting a man
- lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution; contemptibly fearful
11 synonyms found
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- What are synonyms for unmanly?
- Synonyms for unmanly include: cowardly, effeminate, emasculate, epicene, fearful, pusillanimous, sissified, sissy, timid, womanish, and 1 more.
- How many synonyms does unmanly have?
- Unmanly has 11 synonyms.