vigour

/ ˈvɪɡə /

noun

1. exuberant and resilient strength of body or mind; vitality

2. substantial effective energy or force

   the vigour of the tempest

3. forcefulness; intensity

   the vigour of her complaints

4. the capacity for survival or strong healthy growth in a plant or animal

   hybrid vigour

5. the most active period or stage of life, manhood, etc; prime

6. legal force or effectiveness; validity (esp in the phrase in vigour )

Word History and Origins

Origin of vigour¹

C14: from Old French vigeur, from Latin vigor activity, from vigēre to be lively

Example Sentences

The Crown Office said it had undertaken "significant reforms" since Mr Marshall's case and that bereaved families "can expect investigations to be pursued with the vigour and expertise they deserve".

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This year she is back in New York with improved form and a renewed vigour.

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But now, having taken some time to heal with her loved ones, she looks back on 2024 as the making of her character and relishes the challenges ahead with renewed vigour.

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The renewed vigour being displayed by Dani Ceballos in midfield has helped, but it is their displays in attack that have really made the difference to Real's fortunes.

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The usual chant of "impeach, impeach" floated through the air, but it seemed to have lost its vigour.

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