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masc

masc

9.6
A short informal word meaning having qualities usually seen as male
  • adjective
  • /mæsk/
  • Informal
translation icon : masculino
  • The character in the film was praised for his openly masc style and confidence.

Examples

  • He prefers a masc look when choosing his outfits for the weekend.

  • Some people feel more comfortable expressing their masc side in social situations.

  • He has a very masc style.

  • Those shoes look really masc.

  • He prefers a masc style when dressing for formal events, wearing suits and ties.

  • In his art, he showcases a masc aesthetic that highlights traditional masculine themes.

  • Many athletes are recognized for their masc appearance, embodying strength and vigor.

Synonyms

male
vsmasc
770 1.0

Having qualities typical of men or boys

focuses on appearance or traits rather than biological sex or relations
masculine
vsmasc
85 3.7

Having qualities people often connect with men, for example strength and toughness

is an informal abbreviation rather than the full formal term

Antonyms

feminine
  • Specialized
4 4.4

The grammatical gender given to words often thought of as female

Compounds

masc side
  • UK
9.2

Part of a person that shows traditional male traits like strength or confidence

How Masculine

macho
  • Informal
99 6.7
masc
  • Informal
9.6
androgynous
  • Specialized
1 8.4
feminine
173 3.4

Surface Forms

masc positive

Etymology

Masc is an informal short form of masculine, from Latin masculus meaning 'male'. A helpful way to remember this use is that it describes a style or look that seems 'manly', so calling a look masc means it shows those male-associated qualities.