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priapic

/praɪˈæp.ɪk/

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adjective

/praɪˈæp.ɪk/C2formalobsolete
  • ruОтносящийся к богу Приапу или напоминающий его; часто используется для описания чего-то фаллического или, в более широком смысле, чрезмерно озабоченного мужской силой.

Relating to or resembling the god Priapus; often used to describe something phallic or, in a broader sense, excessively concerned with masculine virility.

  1. Overly concerned with masculinityC2formal

    Excessively focused on or emphasizing male virility, sexual prowess, or masculine traits.

    ruЧрезмерно озабоченный мужественностью

    • His priapic attitude made him difficult to work with in a professional setting.
    • The novel's protagonist is a priapic figure obsessed with proving his dominance.
    • Some critics argue that the film's priapic themes overshadow its artistic merit.

    Synonymsmacho

    Antonymseffeminateunmanly

  2. Phallic in shape or natureC2formal

    Resembling or having the form of a phallus.

    ruФаллический по форме или природе

    • The ancient sculpture had a distinctly priapic design.
    • Some architectural columns are considered priapic symbols.
    • The artist's work often features priapic imagery.

    Synonymspenilephallic

Forms
  • more priapic comparative form
  • most priapic superlative form