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manly Synonyms
Another word for manly
Choosing another word for manly depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having or denoting those good qualities traditionally associated with men, such as courage, strength, and resolute character.
Usage Example
"He was admired by his peers for his virile bearing and unwavering resolve during the crisis."
Strongest
virile
masculine
Strong
manful
muscular
strapping
red-blooded
macho
Weak
stouthearted
• adjective (Context 2)
Befitting or characteristic of a man rather than a child or woman, as in pastimes, attire, or physical traits.
Usage Example
"The novel portrays rowing and mountaineering as classic male pursuits of the Victorian era."
Strongest
male
masculine
Strong
adult
• adverb (Context 3)
In a brave, resolute, or masculine manner (now dated or literary).
Usage Example
"The young apprentice bore the heavy workload manfully and without a single complaint."
Strongest
manfully
manlily
Strong
bravely
courageously
resolutely
Opposites of manly
The opposite of manly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
unmanly
feminine
boyish
effeminate
cowardly
womanly
timidly
childish
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Manly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/manly