Wordiyovir_man
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From Latin vir (man, male), related to virtūs (manliness, excellence, moral strength). Virile means having masculine strength; virility is male vigor. The philosophical extension is remarkable: virtue (originally "manly excellence") broadened to mean moral goodness for anyone; virtuoso (one with exceptional skill); virtual (having the effect though not the form — from virtue's sense of inner power).
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virago
A loud, aggressive, or domineering woman
virile
Having strong masculine qualities; vigorous and energetic
virility
Masculine strength, vigour, or sexual potency
virtual
Existing in effect but not in fact; simulated by computer
virtually
Almost or nearly; in effect but not formally
virtue
Moral excellence; a good quality or admirable trait
virtuoso
A person with exceptional artistic or musical skill
virtuous
Having excellent moral character