vigorously
VIH-guh-ruhs-lee
Vigorously (adv) means In a strong, energetic, or forceful manner. Example: “She vigorously defended her decision at the board meeting.”
adv
1
In a strong, energetic, or forceful manner.
"She vigorously defended her decision at the board meeting."
"He scrubbed the pan vigorously to remove the burnt bits."
How to use vigorously
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something with a lot of energy and force.
Common pairings
vigorously deny
vigorously pursue
shake vigorously
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more vigorously
- Superlative
- most vigorously
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Etymology
Formed from "vigorous" plus the adverb ending "-ly."
Related words
Rhymes for vigorously
famously
anxiously
seriously
obviously
curiously
furiously
nervously
viciously
jealously
hideously
previously
cautiously
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Frequently asked questions
What does “vigorously” mean?
The word “vigorously” means in a strong, energetic, or forceful manner. In plain terms, doing something with a lot of energy and force.
How do you pronounce “vigorously”?
“Vigorously” is pronounced VIH-guh-ruhs-lee (/ˈvɪɡəɹəsli/ in IPA).
How do you use “vigorously” in a sentence?
Here is “vigorously” used in a sentence: “She vigorously defended her decision at the board meeting.”
What part of speech is “vigorously”?
“Vigorously” is an adverb.
Is “vigorously” a common word?
“Vigorously” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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