Manliness

Pronunciation: /ˈmænˈɫiˈnɛs/

Manliness (noun)

  1. The quality of being brave, honest, and responsible, especially in how you act with other people.
  2. The traditional idea of what a man should be like, including strength, independence, and emotional control.
  3. The way someone shows toughness or confidence, often to look like a strong and capable person.

Examples

  • Her manliness helped her stay calm during the crisis.
  • His manliness showed when he admitted his mistake.