vigor
gb/vˈɪɡɚ/ us/vˈɪɡɚ/
B2
English
~ 26300
erő, lendület, tetterő, erély, életerő, növekedési erély, hatályos, hatályban van, erőteljesség
NOUN
B2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] does [something] with vigor
Despite his age, he climbed the mountain with surprising vigor.
Kora ellenére meglepő erővel mászta meg a hegyet.
The players attacked the ball with such vigor that the crowd gasped.
A játékosok olyan erővel mentek rá a labdára, hogy a közönség felszisszent.
Regular exercise can restore physical vigor after a long illness.
She threw herself into the workout with real vigor.
The dog ran around the yard with puppy-like vigor.
Learner examples
He cleaned the house with great vigor.
Nagy lendülettel takarította ki a házat.
After a long rest, she walked again with new vigor.
Hosszú pihenés után újult erővel kezdett újra járni.
The children played with so much vigor that they were tired at night.
Swimming every day gave him more physical vigor.
The old man still works in his garden with vigor.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "vigor" with the adverb "vigorously". "Vigor" is a noun and usually follows a preposition like "with" (e.g., "He spoke with vigor"), while "vigorously" is an adverb that comes after a verb (e.g., "He spoke vigorously"). Many learners also spell it as "vigour"; this British spelling is correct in UK English but "vigor" is standard in US English.
Meaning
physical strength and energy
Collocations
with vigor
|youthful vigor
|physical vigor
|renewed vigor
|health and vigor
|strength and vigor
Synonyms
energy (More general; can be physical or mental, not always as strong or forceful as "vigor".)
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vitality (Often suggests natural, healthy liveliness; slightly more positive and life-focused than "vigor".)
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stamina (Focuses on the ability to keep going for a long time rather than the force or power at one moment.)
Antonyms
weakness (Lack of physical power or strength.)
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fatigue (Tiredness and low energy, the opposite of acting with vigor.)
Themes
health
|sports
|daily life
|body
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Strong energy and power in the body, especially when a person is active and healthy.
Great physical strength, energy, and liveliness, especially shown in movement or activity.
NOUN
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] approaches [something] with vigor
She pursued her studies with remarkable intellectual vigor.
Figyelemre méltó szellemi erővel folytatta tanulmányait.
The team attacked the problem with new vigor after the meeting.
A megbeszélés után új lendülettel estek neki a problémának.
He brought a sense of vigor and purpose to the organization.
The discussion lacked the vigor it had in earlier years.
Her writing is full of vigor and sharp insight.
Learner examples
He started his new job with great vigor.
Új munkáját nagy lendülettel kezdte.
The students worked on the project with real vigor.
A diákok igazi lendülettel dolgoztak a projekten.
After the holiday, she returned to work with new vigor.
The leader spoke with vigor about his plans.
They answered the teacher's questions with more vigor than usual.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse "vigor" where simpler words like "energy" or "interest" are more natural in everyday speech. "Vigor" often appears in more formal or written contexts, especially in phrases like "intellectual vigor" or "with renewed vigor."
Meaning
mental energy and enthusiasm
Collocations
intellectual vigor
|creative vigor
|renewed vigor
|vigor and determination
|vigor and enthusiasm
|academic vigor
Synonyms
enthusiasm (Focuses more on strong positive feeling; does not always include the sense of power or drive that "vigor" suggests.)
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drive (Stresses inner motivation to achieve goals; slightly more about ambition than raw energy.)
Antonyms
apathy (Lack of interest or enthusiasm, the opposite of mental vigor.)
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listlessness (Low energy and little desire to act or think actively.)
Themes
work
|education
|emotions
Definition
Great mental energy and interest that you use when you work or think about something.
Strong mental energy, enthusiasm, and determination in approaching tasks or ideas.
NOUN
C1
3
erély
C1
Usage pattern:
[something] is carried out with vigor
The new mayor promised to tackle corruption with vigor.
Az új polgármester megígérte, hogy eréllyel lép fel a korrupció ellen.
The law was enforced with far greater vigor than before.
A törvényt sokkal nagyobb eréllyel érvényesítették, mint korábban.
She defended her proposal with unexpected vigor during the meeting.
The campaign lacked the vigor needed to change public opinion.
Critics praised the vigor of his response to the crisis.
Learner examples
The police now enforce the rule with more vigor.
A rendőrség most nagyobb eréllyel érvényesíti a szabályt.
He argued his case with great vigor.
Nagy eréllyel érvelt a maga igaza mellett.
The company is pushing its new product with real vigor.
They began the campaign with fresh vigor.
The debate lost its vigor after an hour.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this sense with pure physical strength. Here, "vigor" describes how strongly an action is done (for example, enforcing a law with vigor), not the muscles or health of a person.
Meaning
force or intensity of action
Collocations
with vigor
|enforce with vigor
|prosecute with vigor
|campaign with vigor
|argue with vigor
|the vigor of [the debate]
Synonyms
force (Can sound more physical or even violent; "vigor" can be strong without implying violence.)
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intensity (Highlights strength and concentration, but not always the sense of active effort that "vigor" implies.)
Antonyms
half-heartedness (Doing something without much effort or energy.)
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leniency (Soft or gentle treatment, especially in law or rules, which contrasts with enforcing something with vigor.)
Themes
politics
|law
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A strong and powerful way of doing something, or the strong effect of an action.
The strong force, intensity, or effectiveness with which an action, effort, or process is carried out.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
4
életerő
B2
Usage pattern:
[something] shows/lacks vigor
Drought conditions significantly reduced the vigor of the crops.
Az aszályos körülmények jelentősen csökkentették a növények életerejét.
Gardeners look for signs of vigor in young plants before transplanting them.
A kertészek átültetés előtt az életerő jeleit keresik a fiatal növényeken.
The hybrid variety showed greater vigor and resistance to disease.
Soil quality has a direct impact on root vigor.
Selective breeding can improve the vigor of a livestock population.
Learner examples
The flowers lost their vigor without water.
A virágok víz nélkül elvesztették az életerejüket.
Good soil helps the trees grow with more vigor.
A jó talaj segíti, hogy a fák erőteljesebben növekedjenek.
The new plant shows strong vigor in the garden.
Cold weather slowed the vigor of the seedlings.
Farmers want animals with high vigor.
Meaning
strength of growth in organisms
Collocations
plant vigor
|hybrid vigor
|loss of vigor
|reduced vigor
|growth and vigor
|vigor of the seedlings
Synonyms
robustness (Technical and formal; often used in biology for strength and resistance to stress.)
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hardiness (Focuses more on the ability to survive difficult conditions, especially in plants and animals.)
Antonyms
frailty (Weakness and fragility in living things.)
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decline (A general loss of strength or health over time.)
Themes
science
|nature
|health
Definition
How strong, healthy, and fast a plant or other living thing grows.
The overall strength, health, and growth capacity of a plant, animal, or other living organism.
NOUN
C2
FORMAL
5
hatályos
C1
Usage pattern:
[law/rule] comes into vigor
The new tax regulations will come into vigor on January 1st.
Az új adószabályok január 1-jén lépnek hatályba.
The agreement remains in vigor until both parties sign a new contract.
A megállapodás mindaddig hatályban marad, amíg mindkét fél alá nem ír egy új szerződést.
Once the law enters into vigor, violators may face heavy fines.
The treaty was never brought into full vigor due to political conflict.
Several older provisions are still in vigor despite recent reforms.
Learner examples
The new law comes into vigor next month.
Az új törvény jövő hónapban lép hatályba.
This rule is no longer in vigor.
Ez a szabály már nincs hatályban.
The contract stayed in vigor for five years.
When the law is in vigor, everyone must follow it.
The old rule lost its vigor after the new one started.
Common mistake:
In modern legal English, especially in everyday contexts, "in force" is more common than "in vigor". Learners should prefer "in force" unless they are following a legal style that uses "in vigor".
Meaning
legal force or validity
Collocations
come into vigor
|enter into vigor
|remain in vigor
|in full vigor
|bring into vigor
Synonyms
force (In legal English, people more often say a law is "in force" rather than "in vigor"; "force" is the standard term.)
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validity (Focuses on being legally or officially acceptable, not just active.)
Antonyms
expiration (The end of a law or agreement so it is no longer in vigor or in force.)
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repeal (The act of officially ending a law so it loses all vigor.)
Themes
law
|government
|politics
Definition
The state of a law or rule when it is active and must be followed.
The condition of a law, rule, or agreement that is currently in effect and legally binding.
NOUN
C1
LITERARY
6
lendület
B2
erőteljesség
C1
Usage pattern:
[artistic work] has/shows vigor
The novel's opening chapters have a vigor that slowly fades toward the end.
A regény nyitófejezeteit olyan lendület jellemzi, amely a végére lassan elhalványul.
Critics praised the vigor of her brushstrokes and bold use of color.
A kritikusok dicsérték ecsetvonásainak lendületét és merész színhasználatát.
The orchestra played with a vigor that brought the old symphony to life.
His early essays are marked by a youthful vigor and sharp wit.
The dance performance lacked the vigor expected from such an energetic piece.
Learner examples
The young artist paints with great vigor.
A fiatal művész nagy lendülettel fest.
The movie has a special vigor in its first half.
A film első felének különleges lendülete van.
Her speech had more vigor than her writing.
The band played the song with real vigor.
The writer lost some vigor in his later books.
Meaning
energy in artistic style
Collocations
vigor and color
|vigor and originality
|vigor of his style
|vigor of the performance
|narrative vigor
Synonyms
verve (Literary and stylish; often used specifically for lively artistic expression.)
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dynamism (Emphasizes movement and energy, especially in style or composition.)
Antonyms
dullness (Lack of interest or excitement in artistic style.)
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stiffness (A rigid, unnatural style with little flow or energy.)
Themes
art
|literature
|music
|arts_entertainment
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A strong and lively style in art, writing, music, or performance.
A quality of dynamic energy, boldness, and liveliness in the style of art, writing, music, or performance.
Grammar
Dictionary form
vigor
IPA
GB/vˈɪɡɚ/
US/vˈɪɡɚ/
Syllables & stress
vig - or (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (vig)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: vigor
- Plural: vigor
Word family
Core family
vigorous
adjective B2
vigorously
adverb B2
Related words
invigorate
verb
invigorating
adjective
Advanced or less common
invigoration
noun
Expressions
come into vigor
1/kˈʌm ˈɪntu vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
formal
start to be legally effective
To begin to have legal power or effect, especially for a law or rule.
Examples
- The new regulations come into vigor on April 1st.
- Once the agreement comes into vigor, both sides must follow it.
- The policy will come into vigor following parliamentary approval.
in full vigor
1/ˈɪn fˈʊl vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
literary
in complete strength and health
In a state of very strong health and energy.
Examples
- Even in his seventies, he was still in full vigor.
- The forest, in full vigor, covered the mountainside with deep green.
- She remained in full vigor well into her later years.
intellectual vigor
1/ˌɪntəlˈɛkt͡ʃuəl vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
strong energy in thinking
Strong mental energy and clear, active thinking.
Examples
- The university values intellectual vigor as much as test scores.
- Her lecture was admired for its intellectual vigor.
- The article lacks the intellectual vigor of his earlier work.
renewed vigor
1/ɹinˈud vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
new or increased energy again
New or stronger energy and enthusiasm after being tired, weak, or less active.
Examples
- After the break, the team returned to the field with renewed vigor.
- The campaign continued with renewed vigor after receiving more funding.
- She faced the new year with renewed vigor and optimism.
with vigor
1/wˈɪθ vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
in an energetic, forceful way
In a way that shows strong energy and power.
Examples
- She attacked the project with vigor and finished it early.
- The protesters marched with vigor through the city streets.
- He scrubbed the floor with vigor until it shone.
youthful vigor
1/jˈuθfəl vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
energy typical of young people
The strong energy and strength that young people usually have.
Examples
- He attacked the job with all the youthful vigor of a new graduate.
- The park was full of children running with youthful vigor.
- Despite his gray hair, he still moved with youthful vigor.
hybrid vigor
1/hˈaɪbɹɪd vˈɪɡɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
better traits in hybrids
When a hybrid plant or animal grows or performs better than its parents.
Examples
- Hybrid vigor can boost crop yields.
- Farmers often rely on hybrid vigor to improve crop yields.
- Breeders rely on hybrid vigor for stronger plants.
- The cattle showed hybrid vigor, growing faster than either parent breed.
- Hybrid vigor can make some plant varieties more resistant to disease.