unwomanly (Meaning)

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unwomanly (a)

not womanly

Society often unfairly labels assertive behavior in women as unwomanly.
She refused to conform to traditional gender roles, dismissing them as outdated and unwomanly.
Some people view careers in male-dominated fields as unwomanly pursuits.
The old-fashioned notion that physical strength is unwomanly has long been debunked.
Her loud laughter was deemed unwomanly by some, but she paid no heed to their criticism.
The protagonist of the novel defied expectations by embracing her unwomanly desires for adventure.
The pressure to adhere to standards of femininity often leads women to suppress their unwomanly traits.
Her assertiveness was mistaken for aggression, with some labeling it as unwomanly behavior.
The character's decision to prioritize her career over starting a family was viewed as unwomanly by her conservative relatives.
Women throughout history have faced criticism for engaging in activities deemed unwomanly by societal standards.

not womanly

unfeminine,masculine, unladylike, manly, mannish, tomboyish, hoydenish,male,manlike, gentlemanly

effeminate, womanly, feminine, unmanly, ladylike, effeminate, womanly,feminine, female, ladylike

Society often unfairly labels assertive behavior in women as unwomanly.

She refused to conform to traditional gender roles, dismissing them as outdated and unwomanly.

Some people view careers in male-dominated fields as unwomanly pursuits.

The old-fashioned notion that physical strength is unwomanly has long been debunked.