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masculine

[mas-kyuh-lin] / ˈmæs kyə lɪn /


ADJECTIVE
of the male sex
Synonyms
STRONGEST
Antonyms
STRONGEST


Example Sentences

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It’s not dense, it doesn’t blabber on and it certainly doesn’t reek of masculine self-obsession.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

The most masculine thing you can do is face your highs and lows head on and own them.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

A German listener can instantly narrow the options, ruling out masculine or neuter singular nouns.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2026

A more-hooded male lid is often considered masculine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Olanna watched the swift movements of the masculine arm.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie