girlier

Frillier and softer

Girlier is the comparative form of girly, meaning more feminine in a youthful or stereotypically female way: Her new apartment is girlier than her old one, with pink curtains and floral prints.

The word can be affectionate or dismissive depending on context.

aesthetic

pink

Pale red hue

bows · lace · glitter · ruffles · floral · pastel · dainty · cute · pretty · adorable

behavior

giggling

Laughing in short bursts

  • flirtyPlayfully romantic in manner
  • coyAffectedly modest
  • demureModestly reserved in manner

playful · bubbly · gossipy · squealing · primping · preening · delicate · dainty · ladylike · graceful

style

dresses

One-piece women's garments

  • skirtsLower-body garments for women
  • heelsRaised shoe bottoms
  • makeupProducts for beautifying faces

nail polish · lipstick · hairbows · tiaras · handbags · jewelry · blush · mascara · curls · braids

Opposites
femininity/masculinity

girliermanlier

More stereotypically masculine

butcher · tougher · gruffer · rougher

delicacy/toughness

girliertougher

More resistant to damage

rougher · hardier · coarser · grittier

Phrases
Family

girlish, girlie, girlies, girlishly, girlishness, girliest

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G