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Effeminacy

Effeminacy refers to the quality or characteristic of having traits or behaviors typically associated with females or considered stereotypically feminine.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

A state or quality of having traits or behaviors considered stereotypically feminine.

1. His effeminacy was evident in the way he walked and talked.
2. Effeminacy is often misjudged as weakness, it is actually a reflection of personal expression.
3. The society puts too much pressure on men to conform to certain standards of masculinity, making effeminacy frowned upon.

Sense 2:

The state of being soft, delicate, or lacking strength.

1. The fabric's effeminacy made it perfect for the delicate dress she was designing.
2. His sharp, cynical words clashed with the effeminacy of his appearance.
3. The queen's effeminacy was a result of her luxurious lifestyle.

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