Antonyms for vigorous


Grammar : Adj
Spell : vig-er-uhs
Phonetic Transcription : ˈvɪg ər əs


Definition of vigorous

Origin :
  • c.1300 (early 13c. as a surname), from Anglo-French vigrus, Old French vigorosus, from Latin vigere "be lively, flourish, thrive" (see vigor). Related: Vigorously.
  • adj energetic, powerful
Example sentences :
  • So vigorous was her movement that Cassidy's clasp was thrown off the wrist.
  • Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana
  • After Aggie's vigorous comment there followed a long silence.
  • Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana
  • Yes; this is what the secrets of my art have done for me to preserve me fresh and vigorous as you see.
  • Extract from : « The Imaginary Invalid » by Molire
  • The wizened little headman was as cheerful and lively and vigorous as ever.
  • Extract from : « The Leopard Woman » by Stewart Edward White
  • He is still young and vigorous, and has it yet in his power to accomplish much.
  • Extract from : « Cleveland Past and Present » by Maurice Joblin
  • Life is a hearty and vigorous movement to them, not a drooping slouch.
  • Extract from : « The Atlantic Monthly, Vol. 10, No. 58, August, 1862 » by Various
  • He followed this vigorous attack by charging down into the confused mass.
  • Extract from : « Roden's Corner » by Henry Seton Merriman
  • Vera Cruz fell after a vigorous bombardment and a brave defence.
  • Extract from : « The Nation in a Nutshell » by George Makepeace Towle
  • He had never felt his manhood so vigorous, nor his hopes so high.
  • Extract from : « The Coryston Family » by Mrs. Humphry Ward
  • To this Cherokee responded by vigorous wagging of the stump of his tail.
  • Extract from : « White Fang » by Jack London

Synonyms for vigorous

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