vigorous

CEFRB2

/ˈvɪɡəɹəs/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Strong, energetic, and active.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Mentally strong and active.

Examples

  • The vigorous man is engaged in diverse activities.

  • You will be more vigorous if you exercise.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2

Also pronounced

  • /ˈvaɪɡɹəs/

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Rapid of growth.

  2. Physically strong and active.

More examples

In context

  • a vigorous scrub

  • a vigorous search

  • a vigorous shrub

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Origin

adjective

From Anglo-Norman vigrus, from Old French vigoros (French vigoureux), from Medieval Latin vigorosus, from Latin vigor. Doublet of vigoroso.