virile
3
7.9
Able to have sex
- adjective
- /ˈvɪrəl/
- NSFW
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viril
- I think most husbands would object to their wives... being alone in a room with a handsome... virile young man.
- virile male
- virile man
Examples
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The virile athlete easily impressed the crowd with his exceptional performance on the field.
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You are a very virile man.
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But you and I can still get it on, right now, just like two young, virile people.
Fiction book (2000) -
I need a virile man who can handle a cougar like me.
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The riding outfit is adorned by Leopold, Duke of Albany, a dashing, virile man in his 30s.
Fiction book (2001) -
He was known for his virile presence, exuding confidence and strength in every situation.
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Many admire James for his virile charm and attractive physique.
Synonyms
5
7.5
Able to have sex and reach an erection
focuses on general physical ability to copulate rather than specific erection details
Antonyms
How Potent
Surface Forms
virile positive
Etymology
Virile comes from the Latin vir 'man' and virilis 'manly', the same root as virility. Long ago being 'manly' also meant being able to father children, so virile can mean sexually strong or able to have sex.