as in male
of, relating to, or marked by qualities traditionally associated with men
some people consider a deep voice to be a particularly appealing masculine trait
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of masculine
Her observations as a woman once romantically involved with the two of them at the same time, confirm their masculine inability to speak their feelings out loud unless they are veiled in mournful songs.
—
Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 28 Nov. 2024
Having used vivid Viking warrior imagery in the past to express its heritage—Orkney was once a powerful seat in the Norse Empire—Highland Park has moved away from this somewhat dark and masculine take to reveal its softer side.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Though Mey personally sympathizes with Columbina, a down-to-earth female stock character, Mey associates Joshie with Il Capitano, the epitome of masculine bluster, whose bragging the other characters see through easily.
—Daniel Bromfield, The Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2024
Today’s sponsors reflect a broader understanding that racing’s appeal extends far beyond traditional masculine stereotypes.
—Brendan Keegan, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for masculine 
Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 28 Nov. 2024
Having used vivid Viking warrior imagery in the past to express its heritage—Orkney was once a powerful seat in the Norse Empire—Highland Park has moved away from this somewhat dark and masculine take to reveal its softer side.
—Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Though Mey personally sympathizes with Columbina, a down-to-earth female stock character, Mey associates Joshie with Il Capitano, the epitome of masculine bluster, whose bragging the other characters see through easily.
—Daniel Bromfield, The Mercury News, 25 Nov. 2024
Today’s sponsors reflect a broader understanding that racing’s appeal extends far beyond traditional masculine stereotypes.
—Brendan Keegan, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for masculine
Thesaurus Entries Near masculine
Cite this Entry
“Masculine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masculine. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share