vim

[ vim ]

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noun

lively or energetic spirit; enthusiasm; vitality.

Origin of vim

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; from Latin, accusative singular of vīs “energy, force”

Other words for vim

vigor, pep, energy, dash

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British Dictionary definitions for vim

vim

/ (vɪm) /

noun

slang exuberant vigour and energy

Origin of vim

C19: from Latin, from vīs; related to Greek is strength

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