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manliness vs manly

manly vs manliness

manliness is a noun but manly is not a noun.

manliness is not an adjective while manly is an adjective.

manliness is not an adverb while manly is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
manliness Yes No No No
manly No Yes No Yes
manliness (noun) manly (noun)
the trait of being manly; having the characteristics of an adult male
manliness (adjective) manly (adjective)
possessing qualities befitting a man
characteristic of a man
manliness (adverb) manly (adverb)
in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man
Difference between manliness and manly

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