as in female
of, relating to, or marked by qualities traditionally associated with women
a designer adding feminine touches to the collection
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Recent Examples of feminine
Think of Madonna's iconic Jean Paul Gaultier cone bra look, which popularized the form as a bold statement of feminine power, Rabinovitch-Fox said.
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 July 2025
Expect his signature head-turning silhouettes, sophistication and feminine strength, as well as embroidery that serves as both intricate decoration and armor.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The group’s style was an accurate reflection of the time, relaxed yet edgy, feminine but never stuffy.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 3 July 2025
Floral and lace prints, often in transparent fabrics, revealed boning and hoop skirt structures, and mutton sleeves added to the feminine innocence that prevailed.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 10 July 2025
Expect his signature head-turning silhouettes, sophistication and feminine strength, as well as embroidery that serves as both intricate decoration and armor.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The group’s style was an accurate reflection of the time, relaxed yet edgy, feminine but never stuffy.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 3 July 2025
Floral and lace prints, often in transparent fabrics, revealed boning and hoop skirt structures, and mutton sleeves added to the feminine innocence that prevailed.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feminine
female
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Since a female colleague accused Horner of inappropriate behaviour early last year, Horner’s circumstances at Red Bull have been featured heavily in the news.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Horner, husband to former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell-Horner, has been fired over a year after being cleared of inappropriate behavior following an investigation over allegations made against him by a female colleague.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
9 July 2025
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“Feminine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feminine. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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