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Vocabulary Entry
macho
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Exhibiting qualities traditionally associated with masculinity, such as strength or aggressiveness.
Example Sentences
"He has a macho attitude that often intimidates others."
"The movie featured a macho hero who saved the day."
"Some people find overly macho behavior off-putting."
N
noun
A man who is aggressive or assertively masculine.
Example Sentences
"He considers himself a macho in the world of sports."
"The macho often feels the need to prove his strength."
"She was tired of dating macho types and wanted someone more sensitive."