virility

• 指男性的阳刚之气、生殖能力和精力，常与传统男性特质相关。

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.

   男性生殖能力

   • 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.

   同义词manhoodpotency

   反义词impotenceinfertilitysterility

2. Manly strength and vigorC1formal

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

   男子气概

   • 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.

   同义词machismomanhoodmanlinessmasculinitypotencystrengthvigor

   反义词effeminacyimpotencetimidityweakness