vigorously

[vig-er-uhs-lee]

adverb

1. with active strength or force; energetically or powerfully: Fast food is marketed vigorously through heavy television advertising.

   Combine all ingredients in the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously until the egg white is foamy.

   Fast food is marketed vigorously through heavy television advertising.

2. with robust health or vitality.

   Many plant species that don’t do well in shaded conditions will grow vigorously in full sunlight.

Other Word Forms

• overvigorously adverb
• supervigorously adverb
• unvigorously adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of vigorously¹

vigorous ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

“The ball is now in the State Bar’s court to vigorously investigate the allegations that are contained in that article.”

From Los Angeles Times

Mahan broke with many Democrats by vigorously supporting Proposition 36, the 2024 anti-crime measure that stiffened penalties for repeated theft and crimes involving fentanyl.

From Los Angeles Times

What even some of the prime minister's staunchest allies believe is that, he must explain more clearly, and vigorously, to the party - and to all of us - what the government is actually doing and why.

From BBC

“We vigorously oppose Florida’s plans to end vaccine requirements, which will put Floridians’ health at risk—especially the nearly 250,000 children in Florida living with asthma,” the association said.

From Salon

However, Bass’ reputation may have rebounded as she vigorously defended the city during federal immigration raids this summer.

From Los Angeles Times

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