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   vigorous

   /ˈvɪɡ(ə)rəs/

   adjective

   • 1. strong, healthy, and full of energy: "a tall, vigorous, and muscular man" Similar robusthealthyin good healthhale and heartystrongstrong as an ox/horse/lionsturdyfinefitin good conditionin tip-top conditionin good shapein good trimin good kilterhardytoughathleticstrappingable-bodiedbouncingthrivingflourishingbloomingenergeticlivelyactivesprysprightlyperkyplayfuljauntyvivaciousanimatedspiritedhigh-spiriteddynamicvibrantfull of lifevitalsparklingeffervescentzestfulbuoyanttirelessindefatigableinformal:go-gettingzippypeppybouncyupbeatfull of vimfull of beansraring to gobright-eyed and bushy-tailedin the pinkfit as a fiddlewickchipperOpposite frailweak
   • ▪ characterized by or involving physical strength, effort, or energy: "vigorous aerobic exercise"
   • ▪ (of language) forceful: "a vigorous denial" Similar strenuouspowerfulpotentforcefulforciblespiritedmettlesomedeterminedresoluteaggressiveeagerkeenactiveenthusiasticzealousardentferventvehementintenseintensivepassionatefierywildunrestraineduncontrolledunbridledtoughblunthard-hittingpulling no punchesinformal:all-outpunchyin-your-faceOpposite weakfeeble

   Word Origin Middle English: via Old French from medieval Latin vigorosus, from Latin vigor (see vigour).

   Derivatives

   • 1. vigorousness noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishVIGOROUS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   very forceful or energetic: a vigorous debate. There has been vigorous opposition to the proposals for a new road. He takes plenty of vigorous exercise. healthy and strong: Cutting the bush back in the autumn will help promote vigorous growth in the spring. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Energetic and lively. ablaze. alive. astir.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › vigorousVigorous Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of VIGOROUS is done with vigor : carried out forcefully and energetically. How to use vigorous in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Vigorous.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishVIGOROUS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A vigorous person does things with great energy and enthusiasm. A vigorous campaign or activity is done with great energy and enthusiasm.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryVIGOROUS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   very forceful or energetic: a vigorous debate. There has been vigorous opposition to the proposals for a new road. He takes plenty of vigorous exercise. healthy and strong: Cutting the bush back in the fall will help promote vigorous growth in the spring. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Energetic and lively. ablaze. alive. astir.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › vigorousVigorous - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   Vigorous is a description for something strong or enthusiastic. It comes from the French word vigour, meaning "liveliness, activity." An active, physically energetic person is vigorous, and mental activities can be vigorous too, when they require a lot of mental effort.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishvigorous adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Definition of vigorous adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › vigorousVigorous - definition of vigorous by The Free Dictionary

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   1. full of or characterized by vigor: a vigorous effort. 2. strong or active; robust. 3. energetic; forceful: a vigorous personality. 4. powerful in action or effect. 5. growing well, as a plant. vig′or•ous•ly, adv. vig′or•ous•ness, n.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryVIGOROUS definition in American English - Collins Online ...

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   Definition of 'vigorous' vigorous. (vɪgərəs ) 1. adjective. Vigorous physical activities involve using a lot of energy, usually to do short and repeated actions. Very vigorous exercise can increase the risk of heart attacks. vigorously adverb [ADV after v] He shook his head vigorously.

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishVIGOROUS | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary - Cambridge ...

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    VIGOROUS definition: 1. showing or needing a lot of physical energy: 2. showing strong, often negative, feelings about…. Learn more.

11. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryVIGOROUS - All you need to know about it | Collins English ...

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    A complete guide to the word "VIGOROUS": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.