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↑Thomas, R. Murray (2000). 《Recent Theories of Human Development》. Sage Publications. 248쪽. ISBN0761922474. Gender feminists also consider traditional feminine traits (gentleness, modesty, humility, sacrifice, supportiveness, empathy, compassion, tenderness, nurturance, intuitiveness, sensitivity, unselfishness) morally superior to the traditional masculine traits of courage, strong will, ambition, independence,assertiveness, initiative, rationality and emotional control.