adj. Function: adjective
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Synonyms: POTENT 3
2 characterized by the energy and drive considered typical of a man or of men FF1C; developed a strong virile prose style FF1E;
Synonyms: male, manlike, manly, masculine
Related Words: macho, manful, mannish; decisive, driving, forceful; energetic, potent, robust; ultramasculine, ultravirile
Contrasted Words: effeminate, womanish; emasculated, weak, weakened; impotent