MUSCULARITY Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

muscularity

noun

as in virility

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Recent Examples of muscularity Sitting at a baby grand piano, Mars prompted swoons with his delivery of the lyrics, his pure voice holding notes with the same muscularity as early in the show. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026 His language and ideas have muscularity. — Christine Baranski, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2025 There’s a muscularity and rhythm to his storytelling. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025 The appeal of muscularity comes with rules. — Anne Marie Chaker, Time, 20 Sep. 2025 Animol can’t match that 2013 drama’s Shakespearean muscularity. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019

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Noun

The Emmy nomination comes after the series’ 10th season, which took off in ratings and virility following a much-talked about relationship scandal.

— McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
This can fuel a return to regressive ideals of masculinity and virility.

— Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 6 July 2026

Definition of virility

Noun

Now 39 years old, Messi still has enough fitness and physical skill to act upon his extraordinary ability to read whatever dynamics a match is serving up.

— Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
The spa, fitness classes, and trail access make this an easy pick for those looking to tap into the wellness of it all.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026

Definition of fitness

Noun

Community health and vitality are dependent on the strength of connections between community members, organizations and systems.

— Felicia Cumings Smith, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Powered by Novogro, the formulation simultaneously targets multiple biological pathways that influence hair health and vitality.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

Definition of vitality

Noun

Frequent harvesting of basil, zucchini, and cucumbers boosts productivity and prevents overripening or toughness.

— Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
First, Rose built a team with a strong cultural identity, selecting players like Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby known for toughness and selflessness.

— Robert Reiss, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of toughness

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