virilist

vɪˈrɪlɪst

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates for the importance of masculinity and male roles in society, often associated with the ideals of the 19th-century virilist movement.

“The author’s views as a virilist have been criticized by feminist scholars for their perceived negative impact on women’s rights.”

Synonyms

  • masculinist
  • traditionalist

Antonyms

  • egalitarian
  • feminist