Epicene and Manly

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Epicene adjective - Of or relating to a man who has or displays qualities considered more suitable for women.

Usage example: an ancient statue of a young man of graceful, epicene beauty

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Manly is an antonym for epicene.

Manly adjective - Possessing qualities befitting a man.

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Epicene is an antonym for manly.

Nearby Words: man, manhood, manliness

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Manly and Epicene. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/epicene/manly

Epicene & Manly. N.p., 2016. Web. 16 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/epicene/manly>.

Manly or Epicene. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/epicene/manly.

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