vigorous — showing strong, healthy, or determined effort; energetic and forceful
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing strong, healthy, or determined effort; energetic and forceful
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɪɡərəs/
Example Sentences
- The puppy's vigorous tail wagging knocked over the coffee cup.
- The company launched a vigorous marketing campaign for the new product.
- My grandmother's vigorous gardening puts me to shame.
vigorous
ADJECTIVE[/ˈvɪɡərəs/]
showing strong, healthy, or determined effort; energetic and forceful
The runners maintained a vigorous pace throughout the marathon.
The coach encouraged the team to play with vigorous energy.
The vigorous athlete completed rigorous training and became victorious.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'vigorous', derived from Latin 'vigorous' meaning 'strong, lively', which comes from 'vigor' meaning 'strength, energy, or liveliness'.
Breakdown
vigor (Latin: strength, energy) + -ous (adjective suffix meaning 'full of, characterized by') = vigorous (full of vigor/strength)
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📝Examples
“The puppy's vigorous tail wagging knocked over the coffee cup.”
“The company launched a vigorous marketing campaign for the new product.”
“My grandmother's vigorous gardening puts me to shame.”
“The athlete maintained vigorous training despite the injury.”
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