Vigor
ˈvɪɡər
Definitions
Active strength or force; healthy physical or mental energy.
ˈvɪɡər
Physical or mental strength and energy
The athlete displayed remarkable vigor throughout the competition.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing a sport and you're running around full of energy. That's vigor! It's like having a lot of 'go' in you, ready to do anything.
👶 For kids: Vigor means having a lot of energy and being strong, like when you play outside all day.
More Examples
Despite her age, she maintained her mental vigor.
The team started the game with great vigor.
How It's Used
"She exercised with great vigor."
"He approached the project with youthful vigor."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
with vigor
To do something with enthusiasm and energy.
"The team attacked the problem with vigor."
From Latin *vigor* ('liveliness, energy, force'), related to *vigēre* ('to thrive, be lively').
Used in literature and scientific writings to denote strength and vitality, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Memory tip
Think of someone 'vigor'ously exercising – full of energy and strength.
Word Origin
"liveliness, force"