English Explanatory Dictionary

vigorous

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Physically strong and active.
  2. Mentally strong and active.
  3. Rapid of growth.

Pronunciation

/ˈvɪɡəɹəs/ /ˈvaɪɡɹəs/ en-us-vigorous.ogg

Word forms

vigorous more vigorous most vigorous

Etymology

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

Derived words

vigorously
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