feminise

/fɛmɪˈnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become female, or to give a feminine quality to something

“The author feminised the character to better fit the story’s theme.”

2. verb

to adopt or express feminine characteristics or mannerisms

“He feminised his style to blend in with the crowd.”

3. verb

to make something seem or appear more feminine

“The designer feminised the interior with flowers and lace.”

4. verb

to make or become more feminine in language, tone, or content

“The editor feminised the language in the article to make it more approachable.”

5. noun

the process of making something or someone more feminine

“The feminisation of the industry has led to a shift in consumer demand.”

Synonyms

  • feminify
  • feminize

Antonyms

  • masculinise
  • masculinize