<p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>having or characterized by qualities considered manly, especially when manifested in an assertive, self-conscious, or dominating way.</li><li>having a strong or exaggerated sense of power or the right to dominate.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>plural: machos.</li><li>also machismo.</li><li>assertive or aggressive manliness; machismo.</li><li>an assertively virile, dominating, or domineering male.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>