Learn how to use the comparative “more feminine” and superlative “most feminine” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “feminine”?

The comparative form of “feminine” is “more feminine”.

Example

She dresses more feminine than her sister.

Example

The floral pattern is more feminine than the geometric design.

What is the superlative form of “feminine”?

The superlative form of “feminine” is “most feminine”.

Example

Among all the dresses, the ball gown is the most feminine.

Example

Her elegant outfit was the most feminine at the party.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "feminine" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more feminine" and "most feminine" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of femininity.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Feminine" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more feminine”

Used to describe something that is more traditionally associated with women or girls.

Example

She prefers more ladylike clothing styles.

Used to indicate something that is more characteristic of or appealing to girls.

Example

The pink color and frills make it more girly.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most feminine”

Used to describe something that is the most traditionally associated with women or girls.

Example

The lace dress is the most ladylike attire for the occasion.

Used to indicate something that is the most characteristic of or appealing to girls.

Example

The princess-themed room is the most girly space in the house.

Using than with comparative “more feminine”

When using the comparative form "more feminine" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She dresses more feminine than her sister." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of femininity in her dressing style is higher than the level of femininity in her sister's dressing style.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more feminine” and “most feminine” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Fashion

    The dress she wore was more feminine than the pantsuit.

    The dress she wore was more feminine than the pantsuit.

  • 2Design

    The flowy curtains are the most feminine choice for the room.

    The flowy curtains are the most feminine choice for the room.

  • 3Appearance

    Her makeup made her look more feminine than usual.

    Her makeup made her look more feminine than usual.

  • 4Behavior

    She spoke in a more feminine tone during the presentation.

    She spoke in a more feminine tone during the presentation.

Related idioms and phrases

Girly girl

A term used to describe a girl or woman who enjoys or prefers things that are traditionally considered feminine.

Example

She has always been a girly girl, loving pink and frilly things.

Ladylike

Behaving in a polite, dignified, and refined manner that is traditionally associated with women.

Example

She always carries herself in a ladylike manner.

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