WOMANISH

womanish

(adjective) having characteristics associated with women and considered undesirable in men; “womanish tears”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Adjective

womanish (comparative more womanish, superlative most womanish)

(often pejorative) Characteristic of a woman; feminine; effeminate. [from 14th c.]

Carried out by or pertaining to a woman. [from 14th c.]

Source: Wiktionary

Wom"an*ish, a.

Definition: Suitable to a woman, having the qualities of a woman; effeminate; not becoming a man; -- usually in a reproachful sense. See the Note under Effeminate. " Thy tears are womanish." Shak. " Womanish entreaties." Macaulay. A voice not soft, weak, piping, and womanish, but audible, strong, and manlike. Ascham.

– Wom"an*ish*ly, adv.

– Wom"an*ish*ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition