Master confusing words with ease
Viral vs. Virile
Viral
/ˈvaɪrəl/Examples:
The song went viral overnight, amassing millions of views.Their funny video became a viral sensation across social media.Viral marketing strategies helped the product gain quick popularity.
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Virile
/ˈvɪraɪl/Examples:
Every step he took exuded a virile confidence.His strong voice had a virile charm.She admired the virile energy he brought to the project.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Viral is related to virus, while virile is related to masculinity and strength.
- Remember that viral has IR in the middle, just like illness which can spread rapidly.
- Virile often describes a strong, potent man, and it shares the vir prefix with virtue, hinting at power and masculinity.
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