Word parts man + -ly Pronunciation IPA (key): /ˈmænli/ Audio (UK)(file) Adjective Positive manly Comparative more manly Superlative most manly Something that is manly is for men, or like a man. Synonyms: masculine and macho Antonyms: girly and feminine "That truck is so manly!" Despite being a girl, Paula is very manly. Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads