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- pronunciation:
- vi
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
having the qualities of a man; characteristically masculine.
He thought that growing a beard would make him appear more virile.- synonyms:
- masculine
- antonyms:
- effeminate, unmanly
- similar words:
- macho, male, manful, manlike, manly, red-blooded
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| definition 2: |
forceful, vigorous, or energetic.
He's a virile politician who will be hard to beat in the next election.- synonyms:
- dynamic, energetic, forceful, vigorous
- similar words:
- hardy, powerful, robust, rugged, stout, strong
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| definition 3: |
capable of procreating; sexually potent.
As a side effect of the drug, a man can become less virile.- antonyms:
- sterile
- similar words:
- fecund, fertile
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| related words: |
bull, hearty |
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| derivation: |
virility (n.) |
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