vigour
Britishnoun
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exuberant and resilient strength of body or mind; vitality
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substantial effective energy or force
the vigour of the tempest
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forcefulness; intensity
the vigour of her complaints
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the capacity for survival or strong healthy growth in a plant or animal
hybrid vigour
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the most active period or stage of life, manhood, etc; prime
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legal force or effectiveness; validity (esp in the phrase in vigour )
Etymology
Origin of vigour
C14: from Old French vigeur, from Latin vigor activity, from vigēre to be lively
Example Sentences
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"With the martyrdom of the supreme leader, his path and mission neither will be lost nor will be forgotten, on the other hand, they will be pursued with greater vigour and zeal," a presenter said.
From Barron's
Former Communications Minister Paul Fletcher, who helped appoint Inman Grant and worked with her closely for several years, said she has tackled the personally demanding role with vigour and courage.
From BBC
Known as Gilbert, he was "an immensely enthusiastic officer who embraced life with a vigour that inspired everyone around him", Commanding Officer of the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery, Lieutenant Colonel Henry Waller, said.
From BBC
But despite facing calls from many directions for a bolder approach, with much more political direction, more vigour, more speed and more urgency, his arguments were familiar ones.
From BBC
"I came full of vigour: I'm going to make it, I'm going to be up there with the Beatles and the Stones."
From BBC
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