manly
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(adjective) possessing qualities befitting a man |
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Synonyms: manful, manlike |
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Antonyms: unmanly |
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(adverb) in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man; "having said her say Peggy manfully shouldered her burden and prepared to break up yet another home" |
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Synonyms: manfully |
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(satellite adjective) characteristic of a man; "a deep male voice"; "manly sports" |
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Synonyms: male, manful, manlike, virile |
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