virility

• Nom désignant la vigueur masculine, l'énergie vitale et la capacité de reproduction, souvent associé aux qualités masculines traditionnelles.

A noun referring to masculine strength, vitality, and the capacity for procreation, often associated with traditional male characteristics.

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1. Masculine reproductive capabilityC1formal

   The quality or state of being able to engage in sexual intercourse and father children.

   Virilité (capacité reproductive masculine)

   • Ancient cultures often celebrated symbols of virility.
   • The treatment was designed to restore his virility.
   • In some societies, virility was closely linked to social status.

   Synonymesmanhoodpotency

   Antonymesimpotenceinfertilitysterility

2. Manly strength and vigorC1formal

   The set of qualities traditionally associated with adult men, such as strength, energy, and assertiveness.

   Virilité

   • His speech was full of confidence and virility.
   • The athlete's virility was evident in his powerful performance.
   • The novel explores themes of virility and honor.

   Synonymesmachismomanhoodmanlinessmasculinitypotencystrengthvigor

   Antonymeseffeminacyimpotencetimidityweakness