MANLY

Man″ly, a. [Compar. Manlier (?); superl. Manliest.] [[Man + -ly. Cf. Manlike.]] Having qualities becoming to a man; not childish or womanish; manlike, esp. brave, courageous, resolute, noble. Let's briefly put on manly readiness. Shak. Serene and manly, hardened to sustain The load of life. Dryden. Syn. — Bold; daring; brave; courageous; firm; undaunted; hardy; dignified; stately.