Virility
/vɪˈrɪl.ɪ.ti/noun
The quality of being strong, energetic, and masculine.
Did you know?In ancient Rome, virility was not just about strength; it was deeply connected to fertility and the divine masculine, often celebrated in rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*wiros
“man, hero, or warrior, often associated with strength and valor.”
Latin
Latin
virilis
“manly, masculine; derived from 'vir' meaning man.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
virilitas
“the quality of being manly or strong.”
Old French
Old French
virilité
“masculinity, strength, or virility.”
Middle English
Middle English
virilite
“the state or quality of being manly.”
Modern English
English
virility
“the condition of being potent or masculine in strength.”