adjective
- comparative form of unmanly; less manly or masculine in behavior, appearance, or character
Usage: comparative form
Examples
- He considered crying in public to be unmanlier than his father would have tolerated.
- The coach thought the pink uniform was unmanlier than the traditional blue one.
- Some people view asking for help as unmanlier behavior, though this attitude is changing.
- His unmanlier interests in poetry and art were often criticized by his peers.
- The advertisement suggested that using certain products would make men appear unmanlier.
- Traditional gender roles often label emotional expression as unmanlier conduct.