strenuous
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Adj — Requiring a great deal of physical or mental effort.
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Etymology
From Latin strenuus, meaning vigorous or quick.
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What does “strenuous” mean?
The word “strenuous” means requiring a great deal of physical or mental effort. In plain terms, demanding a lot of effort or energy.
How do you pronounce “strenuous”?
“Strenuous” is pronounced STREH-nyoo-uhs (/ˈstɹɛ.nju.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “strenuous” in a sentence?
Here is “strenuous” used in a sentence: “Hiking to the summit was far more strenuous than they expected.”
What part of speech is “strenuous”?
“Strenuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “strenuous” come from?
The word “strenuous” comes from Latin. From Latin strenuus, meaning vigorous or quick.
Is “strenuous” a common word?
“Strenuous” is an uncommon word in modern English.