Vocabulary Entry

masculine

|adjective • noun

adjective

Having qualities traditionally ascribed to men, such as strength or assertiveness.

Example Sentences

"He was praised for his masculine demeanor during the competition."

"The film portrayed a more sensitive side of its traditionally masculine hero."

"They decorated the room with a masculine aesthetic, using dark colors and bold designs."

noun

Example Sentences

"The masculine of the noun is often different from its feminine form."

"He appreciated his masculine identity and the strength it represented."

"In some cultures, the transition from boyhood to masculine adulthood is celebrated with rituals."