Societal Expectations

verb to make something seem more attractive or idealized than it really is

• The author romanticized the idea of love in his novel, creating an unrealistic portrayal.
• Stop romanticizing the past, it wasn't as great as you remember.
• Don't romanticize him, he's not the prince charming you think he is.
• The media often romanticizes the life of celebrities, making it seem more glamorous than it really is.

adjective not written or recorded

adverb in a manner that is not written or recorded

• The unwritten rules of etiquette dictate that you should always RSVP to a formal event.
• There are some unwritten rules about borrowing your friend's clothes without asking.
• I didn't know there were so many unwritten rules about how to act at a party.
• The unwritten promises between them were just as important as the ones on paper.

adjective having qualities or characteristics typically associated with women

• Her behavior was considered womanish by the conservative society.
• She's really into all that womanish stuff like makeup and fashion.
• Don't be so womanish, just try the spicy food!
• His fear of spiders was almost womanish in its intensity.

noun the stage of life that comes after adolescence

• The transition into adult life can be challenging for many young people.
• Once you enter adult life, you have to start paying bills and taking care of yourself.
• Adulting is hard, but it's just part of adult life.
• Navigating the waters of adult life can feel like being thrown into the deep end of the pool.