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manlike Synonyms

Another word for manlike

Choosing another word for manlike depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 humanlike posture and facial expressions of the great apes."

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humanlike
anthropomorphic
Strong
humanoid
anthropoid
hominoid

• 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, manly voice that surprised the older craftsmen in the workshop."

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manly
masculine
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virile
mannish

Opposites of manlike

The opposite of manlike shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

womanlike
unmanly
feminine
nonhuman
effeminate
inhuman
boyish
beastly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Manlike. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/manlike
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