Girlie

usgb/ˈɡɜːrli/
adjective

Related to or characteristic of girls or young women, especially in being pretty or delicate.

She dressed in a girlie style with lots of pink and frills.
Visual representation of "girlie" - Related to or characteristic of girls or young women, especially in being pretty or delicate.

Often appears as...

  • girlie clothes
  • girlie style

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Colloquial

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Visual representation of "girlie"
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Slightly Stereotypical

Used to describe things traditionally considered feminine; may seem stereotyping in some contexts.

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Her stationery is so girlie, with unicorns and glitter.
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Informal Use

A casual term often among friends; may not be suitable in professional settings.

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Let's have a girlie night out.
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Possible Offense

Some may find it patronizing or offensive; use with care, knowing your audience.

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She runs a girlie boutique that some find too cliché.
Visual representation of the word "Girlie"

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