Synonyms of manhood

manhood

noun

ˈman-ˌhu̇d 

as in masculinity

the set of qualities considered appropriate for or characteristic of men

a society that highly values manhood and courage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• masculinity
• maleness
• manliness
• virility
• machismo
• macho
• boyishness
• tomboyishness
• mannishness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• womanhood
• femininity
• womanliness
• femaleness
• girlishness
• girlhood
• maidenhood
• effeminacy
• emasculation
• muliebrity
• effeteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of manhood

Parker is perpetually just on the verge of manhood — youthful, optimistic, with a somewhat innocent boyish sense of romance. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026

Adam Stanaland, a psychology professor at the University of Richmond, told me that what’s concerning is when insecure men feel pressured to validate their manhood by harming others. — Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Unlike Hegseth’s story that manhood is a chemical to be topped off, research shows that while hormones may open a window, the social environment decides what comes through. — Adam Stanaland, The Conversation, 20 July 2026

Danny has an entire party so that the guys can mourn the loss of his manhood. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 16 July 2026