vigour
Vigour (noun) means Physical or mental strength and energy; the capacity for vigorous effort. Example: “Despite his age, he tackled the hike with real vigour.”
How to use vigour
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEnergy and strength, physical or mental.
British spelling; American English uses "vigor."
Word forms
vigours plural
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Despite his age, he tackled the hike with real _____.
Etymology
From Old French vigour, from Latin vigor, from vigeo ("to thrive, flourish") — related to "vigil" and "vigorous."
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What does “vigour” mean?
The word “vigour” means physical or mental strength and energy; the capacity for vigorous effort. In plain terms, energy and strength, physical or mental.
How do you pronounce “vigour”?
“Vigour” is pronounced VIH-guh (/ˈvɪɡɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “vigour” in a sentence?
Here is “vigour” used in a sentence: “Despite his age, he tackled the hike with real vigour.”
What part of speech is “vigour”?
“Vigour” is a noun.
Where does the word “vigour” come from?
The word “vigour” comes from Latin. From Old French vigour, from Latin vigor, from vigeo ("to thrive, flourish") — related to "vigil" and "vigorous.".
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