adjective as in strong fondness

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mannish, masculine, rude, coarse

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Example Sentences

Example:Her more ladyish behavior stood in stark contrast to her mannish sister.

Definition:Having the physical or behavioral characteristics of a man, especially as a pejorative term for a woman.

From mannish

Example:He had a more masculine and robust presence contrary to her ladyish demeanor.

Definition:Having or seeming to have the qualities or characteristics of a man; masculine in appearance or behavior.

From masculine

Example:After a few bottles, he let his ladyish manners slip and became rude and boorish.

Definition:Having or showing a lack of politeness and respect for other people.

From rude

Example:Her ladyish upbringing was in sharp contrast to his more coarse and crass personality.

Definition:Broad, harsh, or rough in character, form, or mode of expression; not fine, delicate, or exact.

From coarse