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Viral vs. Virile

Viral

/ˈvaɪrəl/
Spreading quickly from person to person, especially through social media or the internet

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/
Displaying characteristics traditionally associated with men, such as strength and vigor.

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:

etymology
  • Viral is often associated with viruses, implying rapid spread or infection.
  • Virile relates to masculinity, often describing strength or vigor.
  • Remember, viral spreads like a virus; virile describes vigor.
  • If somethings viral', think of it going all over the internet quickly, like a virus would.
  • Virile involves characteristics associated with men, think of it as having vigor that's potent.
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