vigorous
gb/vˈɪɡɚəs/ us/vˈɪɡɚəs/
B2
English
~ 3600
erőteljes, intenzív, határozott, heves
B2
1
Usage pattern:
a vigorous [activity]
She maintains her health through vigorous exercise every morning.
Minden reggel intenzív edzéssel őrzi meg az egészségét.
The team launched a vigorous campaign to raise awareness.
A csapat erőteljes kampányt indított a figyelemfelkeltés érdekében.
After a vigorous hike, we reached the mountain summit.
His vigorous handshake caught me by surprise.
The garden showed vigorous growth after the heavy rains.
Learner examples
She does vigorous exercise every day.
Minden nap intenzív testmozgást végez.
They started a vigorous campaign to help animals.
Erőteljes kampányt indítottak az állatok megsegítésére.
We took a vigorous walk in the park.
The plants grew fast and looked vigorous.
He gave me a vigorous handshake.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'vigorous' with 'violent'. While both can involve force, 'vigorous' usually has a positive or neutral meaning related to strength or energy, not harm.
Meaning
Strong and full of energy
Collocations
vigorous exercise
|vigorous activity
|vigorous debate
|vigorous growth
|vigorous campaign
Synonyms
energetic (A general term for having energy; slightly broader and can apply to mood or personality.)
|
forceful (Implies strong impact or power, sometimes with an assertive tone.)
Antonyms
weak (Lacking strength or energy.)
|
feeble (Very weak, often due to age or illness.)
Themes
health
|sports
|daily life
|body
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Having a lot of physical strength or energy.
Having or showing great physical strength, energy, or force.
B2
2
Usage pattern:
vigorous [support/opposition]
The mayor faced vigorous opposition to the new policy.
A polgármester heves ellenállásba ütközött az új intézkedéssel szemben.
She gave a vigorous defense of her proposal.
Határozottan megvédte a javaslatát.
The lawyer presented a vigorous argument in court.
They showed vigorous support for the environmental movement.
He made a vigorous effort to finish the project on time.
Learner examples
They gave vigorous support to the plan.
Határozott támogatást adtak a tervnek.
She made a vigorous effort to win.
Határozott erőfeszítést tett a győzelemért.
The teacher faced vigorous opposition from parents.
He spoke in a vigorous way about the problem.
We had a vigorous debate about the rules.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this with the physical sense of 'vigorous'. In this meaning, it refers to effort or determination, not physical strength.
Meaning
Strong and determined
Collocations
vigorous opposition
|vigorous defense
|vigorous support
|vigorous debate
Synonyms
determined (Focused on a goal with strong willpower.)
|
assertive (Confident and forceful in expression.)
Antonyms
halfhearted (Lacking enthusiasm or real effort.)
|
apathetic (Showing little interest or concern.)
Themes
politics
|business
|communication
|core_vocabulary
|emotions
Definition
Showing strong effort or determination.
Characterized by strong determination, effort, or intensity in action or expression.
Grammar
Dictionary form
vigorous
IPA
GB/vˈɪɡɚəs/
US/vˈɪɡɚəs/
Syllables & stress
vig - or - ous (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (vig)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: vigorous
Word family
Core family
Related words
invigorate
verb
invigorating
adjective
Advanced or less common
invigoration
noun
Expressions
vigorous debate
1/vˈɪɡɚəs dɪbˈeɪt/
fixed phrase
Intense and lively discussion
A discussion where people strongly express different opinions.
Examples
- The proposal sparked a vigorous debate among the committee members.
- There was a vigorous debate about climate change policies.
vigorous exercise
1/vˈɪɡɚəs ˈɛksɚsˌaɪz/
fixed phrase
High-intensity physical activity
Exercise that uses a lot of energy and makes your body work hard.
Examples
- Doctors recommend at least 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week.
- Running is considered a form of vigorous exercise.
vigorous growth
1/vˈɪɡɚəs ɡɹˈoʊθ/
fixed phrase
Rapid and healthy increase
When something grows quickly and strongly.
Examples
- The plants showed vigorous growth after the rain.
- The company experienced vigorous growth last year.