maidenly

adjective
UK: /ˈmeɪdnli/
US: /ˈmeɪdnli/

  1. In a manner characteristic of a young, unmarried woman; showing modesty and purity.

    1. She blushed in a maidenly way when he complimented her dress.
    2. Her maidenly behavior charmed his family during the formal dinner.

  2. Relating to or befitting a maiden; innocent and gentle.

    1. The bride wore a maidenly gown of white lace.
    2. Her maidenly grace was evident in every move she made on stage.

Synonyms

pure chaste virtuous modest innocent
maidenly adverb

  1. In a manner resembling that of a maiden; acting with shyness or innocence.

    1. She smiled maidenly at him across the room.
    2. She responded maidenly, avoiding eye contact, when he asked her to dance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "maidenly" in English means: In a manner characteristic of a young, unmarried woman; showing modesty and purity., Relating to or befitting a maiden; innocent and gentle..

The phonetic transcription of "maidenly" is /ˈmeɪdnli/ in British English and /ˈmeɪdnli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "maidenly": pure, chaste, virtuous, modest, innocent.

Example usage of "maidenly": "She blushed in a maidenly way when he complimented her dress.". More examples on the page.