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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"But... the whole country was full of vigour, and there was a spirit of struggling with heaven, earth, and people to change every aspect of China," the retiree said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026
Such effort is a non-negotiable for Jaissle who, like Howe, wants his players to train the way they play and take that vigour into games.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
"This is a sector in which we will keep adding vigour in the times to come."
From Barron's ● May 16, 2026
The Crown Office said it had undertaken "significant reforms" since Marshall's case and that bereaved families "can expect investigations to be pursued with the vigour and expertise they deserve".
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2026
With more vigour than chivalry, M. Bouc deposited the fainting lady with her head on the table.
From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie
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