Women wearing clothing, makeup, and jewelry that express their gender is an example of ______.

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Performativity refers to the ways in which individuals perform or express their gender through actions, behaviors, and appearance. Women wearing clothing, makeup, and jewelry that are traditionally associated with femininity is an example of performativity, as they are expressing their gender through their appearance. Gender consistency, inconsistent expression, and appearance manifestation are not accurate descriptions of this phenomenon.

Women Wearing Clothing, Makeup, and Jewelry That Express Their Gender