How Do You Spell EFFEMINIZE?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛfɪmˌɪna͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "effeminize" is spelled with a double "n" and a single "z." According to IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced [ɪˈfɛməˌnaɪz], with emphasis on the second syllable. The "e" in the first syllable has a short "e" sound, while the "i" in the second syllable has a long "i" sound. The "z" and "n" in the final syllable indicate the ending "-ize," which typically means to make something or someone possess a certain quality.

EFFEMINIZE Meaning and Definition

1. Effeminize is a verb that refers to the process or act of making someone or something appear or become more feminine, particularly concerning the traits, behavior, or appearance typically associated with females. It involves adopting or developing characteristics, features, or mannerisms that are traditionally considered feminine.

   When one effeminizes an individual, they may impose stereotypes or cultural expectations of femininity on them. This can be done consciously or unconsciously, either deliberately trying to shape someone's behavior or unintentionally perpetuating existing gender norms. For instance, if a person is encouraged to adopt female clothing, mannerisms, or gestures that are traditionally associated with femininity, they are said to be effeminized.

   The concept of effeminization is not restricted to gender identity or expression. It can also be applied to objects or concepts that are modified to resemble or take on feminine attributes. For example, in graphic design, a logo or brand might be effeminized by using softer colors, curvier forms, or incorporating traditionally feminine symbols.

   It is important to note that the term "effeminize" can carry negative connotations, as it suggests the imposition of gender expectations that may restrict individual self-expression or reinforce harmful gender stereotypes. As societal understanding of gender roles and expectations continues to evolve, discussions around effeminization often delve into the complexities of gender diversity, questioning the need for rigid categorizations and embracing a more inclusive understanding of femininity and masculinity.

Common Misspellings for EFFEMINIZE

• wffeminize
• sffeminize
• dffeminize
• rffeminize
• 4ffeminize
• 3ffeminize
• ecfeminize
• evfeminize
• egfeminize
• etfeminize
• erfeminize
• efdeminize
• efceminize
• efveminize
• efgeminize
• efteminize
• efreminize
• effwminize
• effsminize
• effeninize
• effeminise
• effemincie
• effemirise

Etymology of EFFEMINIZE

The word "effeminize" is derived from the combination of two words: "effeminate" and the suffix "-ize".

"Effeminate" originated from the Latin word "effeminatus", which means "womanish" or "unmanly". It is a combination of the prefix "ex-", meaning "out", and "femina", which translates to "woman". The term originally referred to a man who exhibited characteristics stereotypically associated with women, such as delicacy, weakness, or excessive concern for appearance.

The suffix "-ize" is derived from Greek and denotes the act, process, or result of. It is used to form verbs from nouns or adjectives, indicating a transformation, a change into a particular state, or the action of making something conform to a certain quality.

Similar spelling words for EFFEMINIZE

• effeminacy,
• effeminate.

Conjugate verb Effeminize

CONDITIONAL

I would effeminize

you would effeminize

he/she/it would effeminize

we would effeminize

they would effeminize

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be effeminizing

you would be effeminizing

he/she/it would be effeminizing

we would be effeminizing

they would be effeminizing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have effeminize

you would have effeminize

he/she/it would have effeminize

we would have effeminize

they would have effeminize

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been effeminizing

you would have been effeminizing

he/she/it would have been effeminizing

we would have been effeminizing

they would have been effeminizing

FUTURE

I will effeminize

you will effeminize

he/she/it will effeminize

we will effeminize

they will effeminize

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be effeminizing

you will be effeminizing

he/she/it will be effeminizing

we will be effeminizing

they will be effeminizing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have effeminized

you will have effeminized

he/she/it will have effeminized

we will have effeminized

they will have effeminized

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been effeminizing

you will have been effeminizing

he/she/it will have been effeminizing

we will have been effeminizing

they will have been effeminizing

IMPERATIVE

you effeminize

we let´s effeminize

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to effeminize

PAST

I effeminized

you effeminized

he/she/it effeminized

we effeminized

they effeminized

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was effeminizing

you were effeminizing

he/she/it was effeminizing

we were effeminizing

they were effeminizing

PAST PARTICIPLE

effeminized

PAST PERFECT

I had effeminized

you had effeminized

he/she/it had effeminized

we had effeminized

they had effeminized

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been effeminizing

you had been effeminizing

he/she/it had been effeminizing

we had been effeminizing

they had been effeminizing

PRESENT

I effeminize

you effeminize

he/she/it effeminizes

we effeminize

they effeminize

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am effeminizing

you are effeminizing

he/she/it is effeminizing

we are effeminizing

they are effeminizing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

effeminizing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have effeminized

you have effeminized

he/she/it has effeminized

we have effeminized

they have effeminized

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been effeminizing

you have been effeminizing

he/she/it has been effeminizing

we have been effeminizing

they have been effeminizing