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Definition of Womanly
1. Adjective. Befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman. "Womanly virtues of gentleness and compassion"
Similar to: Matronly, Womanlike
Derivative terms: Feminineness, Woman, Womanliness
Antonyms: Unwomanly
Definition of Womanly
1. a. Becoming a woman; feminine; as, womanly behavior.
2. adv. In the manner of a woman; with the grace, tenderness, or affection of a woman.
3. a. Becoming a woman; feminine; as, womanly behavior.
4. adv. In the manner of a woman; with the grace, tenderness, or affection of a woman.
Definition of Womanly
1. Adjective. Having the characteristics of a woman; feminine, female. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Womanly
1. having the qualities of a woman [adj -LIER, -LIEST]
Medical Definition of Womanly
1. Becoming a woman; feminine; as, womanly behavior. "A blushing, womanly discovering grace." (Donne) In the manner of a woman; with the grace, tenderness, or affection of a woman. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)