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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Von Krafft-Ebing and many other writers have assumed that the characteristics of effemination and of viraginity are displayed in early childhood.

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The congenital nature of homosexuality has been assumed more particularly in those cases which are described respectively as effemination and viraginity.

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Contrariwise, the girl who is destined in later life to display the characteristics of viraginity will be found frequenting the playground of the boys.

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Viraginity is, comparatively, an infrequent occurrence, but under its influence the unfortunate victims are guilty of startling vagaries.

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