virileness

/ˌvɪrɪˈlɪnəs/; /ˌvɪrɪˈliːnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being virile; masculinity; manliness.

“He admired the virileness of the young athlete’s determination.”

Synonyms

  • manliness
  • masculinity

Antonyms

  • effeminacy