Definition

Having qualities or characteristics that are not distinctly male or female, often blending elements of both genders in appearance or behavior.

Example

The fashion show featured models with androgynous looks, appealing to a wide range of styles.

Conversation

I saw a really cool outfit online that looked so androgynous.

That sounds interesting! What did it look like?

It had a mix of masculine and feminine styles, which I loved.

I think androgynous fashion is so unique and expressive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Androgynous → It is formed from "andro-" (from Greek "anēr", meaning man) and "gynous" (from Greek "gynē", meaning woman). The word describes a quality that combines both male and female characteristics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'man' ('andro-') and 'woman' ('gynous') together, which helps you remember that 'androgynous' refers to a blend of both genders.

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