strenuous

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Having great vigour or energy; forceful.
  2. Requiring great exertion; very laborious.

Pronunciation

/ˈstɹɛ.nju.əs/ en-us-strenuous.ogg

Word forms

strenuous more strenuous most strenuous

Etymology

From Latin strenuus (“quick”).

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