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manlike Antonyms

Opposite of manlike

Because the opposite of manlike shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Resembling or characteristic of a human being in form, nature, or behavior, especially when describing primates, mythological beings, or artificial figures.

Usage Example

"Early naturalists were fascinated by the remarkably nonhuman posture and facial expressions of the great apes."

Strongest
nonhuman
Strong
inhuman
beastly

• adjective (Context 2)

Having qualities, traits, or physical features traditionally associated with an adult male; manly or masculine.

Usage Example

"The young apprentice spoke with a deep, womanlike voice that surprised the older craftsmen in the workshop."

Strongest
womanlike
unmanly
feminine
Strong
effeminate
boyish

Similar words to manlike

Words similar to manlike shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

humanlike
manly
masculine
anthropomorphic
anthropoid
humanoid
virile
mannish
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• Nearby Words

manipulative
manipulatively
mankind
manlike
manliness
manly
manmade

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Manlike. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/manlike
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