viraginity

[ vir-uh-jin-i-tee ]

noun

1. the qualities of a virago.

Other Words From

• vir·a·gi·nous [vi-, raj, -, uh, -n, uh, s], vira·gini·an adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of viraginity¹

1840–50; < Latin virāgin- (stem of virāgō virago ) + -ity

Example Sentences

The corresponding condition in women was by von Krafft-Ebing termed viraginity.

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Almost every case of effemination or viraginity can be cured if recognized and treated in its incipiency.

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Effemination and viraginity are common types of degeneration which always follow in the wake of luxury and debauchery.

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Effemination and viraginity are the results of the weakening effects of luxury and consequent debauchery.

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In this article I have described only mild types of viraginity and effemination.

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