manner Meaning & Definition
What Does Manner Mean?
Manner is a noun that means Mode of action; way of performing or doing anything. It can also mean Characteristic mode of acting or behaving; bearing. As a verb, it means To instill manners into.
Manner: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈmænə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | style, mode and way |
| Plural | manners |
| Verb forms | manners, mannering, mannered |
Manner Definition (Noun)
- Mode of action; way of performing or doing anything.
- Characteristic mode of acting or behaving; bearing.
His natural manner makes him seem like the boss.
- One's customary method of acting; habit.
These people have strange manners.
- Good, polite behaviour.
- The style of writing or thought of an author; the characteristic peculiarity of an artist.
- A certain degree or measure.
It is in a manner done already.
- Sort; kind; style.
All manner of persons participate.
- Standards of conduct cultured and product of mind.
Manner as a Verb
- To instill manners into.
Noun
- Something involving or requiring the specified number of men or people.
Synonyms of Manner
Manner synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Manner
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Manner in a Sentence
His natural manner makes him seem like the boss.
The captain's imperturbable manner gave the crew confidence.
These people have strange manners.
It is in a manner done already.
All manner of persons participate.
Word Forms & Grammar
manner (plural manners)
manner (third-person singular simple present manners, present participle mannering, simple past and past participle mannered)
Words That Rhyme With Manner
Origin of Manner
Origin 1: From Middle English manere, maner, from Anglo-Norman manere, from Old French maniere, from Vulgar Latin *manāria, from feminine of Latin manuarius (“belonging to the hand”), from manus (“hand”). Compare French manière, Italian mannaia (“ax, axe”), Portuguese maneira and maneiro (“handy, portable”), Romanian mâner (“handle”), and Spanish manera. Displaced native Old English hād (“nature, manner”).
Origin 2: From man + -er.
Manner Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of manner is //ˈmænə//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Manner
Is manner a noun or a verb?
Manner is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for manner?
Words with a similar meaning to manner include style, mode and way. See the full list of manner synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of manner?
The plural of manner is manners.
What is the past tense of manner?
The past tense of manner is mannered. The present participle is mannering.