manlike
Having human qualities
Manlike describes something resembling or characteristic of a human being, particularly an adult male.
The word applies to creatures or objects with human qualities: The gorilla adopted a manlike posture.
It can also mean having qualities traditionally associated with men: a manlike grip, manlike courage.
The term is neutral where *mannish* applied to women often carries disapproval.
Confidently self-assured
- dominantHaving superior influence
- machoOverly masculine manner
- muscularHaving well-developed sinews
- brawnyPhysically powerful, well-muscled
powerful · robust · stalwart · tough · forceful · strong-willed · unyielding · rugged
Having human characteristics
- bipedalHaving two feet
- uprightVertical or morally sound
- hominidBipedal primate family
- primateHigher mammal order member
simian · anthropoid · erectus · homo · opposable · sentient · walking
Courageously attentive and refined
- courteousShowing respectful consideration
- valiantCourageously determined
- heroicExceptionally brave and noble
- nobleTitled or virtuous
brave · honorable · knightly · gentlemanly · protective · dashing · courtly · respectful
assertive
Confidently self-assured
brawny · powerful · robust · stalwart · tough · forceful · strong-willed · unyielding · rugged · burly
anthropomorphic
Having human characteristics
primate · simian · anthropoid · erectus · homo · opposable · sentient · walking
gallant
Courageously attentive and refined
- courteousShowing respectful consideration
- valiantCourageously determined
- heroicExceptionally brave and noble
noble · brave · honorable · knightly · gentlemanly · protective · dashing · courtly · respectful · dignified
potent
Having great effect
hearty · fertile · virility · prowess · lusty · energetic · vital · robust · powerful · red-blooded
- gender traitsmasculine, feminine, male, female, androgynous