vigorous

/ˈvɪɡərəs/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈvɪɡərəs/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈvi-g(ə-)rəs/ (ame, mw)

vigorous — adjective

  • vigorouspositive
  • more vigorouscomparative
  • most vigoroussuperlative

1. done or carried out with a lot of physical or mental energy and strong determina

1.形容詞B2
釋義

done or carried out with a lot of physical or mental energy and strong determination

例句

The team mounted a vigorous defence of their title throughout the tournament.

collocation: vigorous defence

Hassan faced vigorous questioning from the committee about the new policy.

同義詞
  • energetic

    focuses on active, lively quality; more often describes a person's nature than the action itself

  • forceful

    emphasises the power and impact of an action, often implying it achieves its goal

  • strenuous

    applies specifically to physical effort that requires a lot of energy

反義詞

用法筆記

Commonly placed before nouns that describe actions, efforts, or activities, such as exercise, debate, campaign, defence, or attempt.

常見錯誤

❌She gave a strong speech against the new law.' (when meaning forceful and energetic).
✅She gave a vigorous speech against the new law.
💡'vigorous' emphasises the force and energy of the action itself, while 'strong' focuses more on the power of the argument or belief behind it.

2. in a state of good health, with a strong body or mind; used especially of living

2.形容詞B2
釋義

in a state of good health, with a strong body or mind; used especially of living things that are growing or functioning actively and well

例句

The old oak tree still puts out vigorous new growth every spring.

collocation: vigorous growth (plants)

Nadia felt vigorous and full of energy after her holiday in the mountains.

predicative use: felt vigorous

同義詞
  • robust

    suggests a strong, sturdy constitution; often used for health that can withstand difficulties

  • hearty

    implies enthusiastic good health and a strong appetite for life

  • sturdy

    emphasises physical solidity and resistance to damage rather than active energy

反義詞
  • frail

    weak and delicate, especially of someone's health

  • feeble

    lacking physical strength, often due to age or illness

用法筆記

Typically describes living things — people, animals, or plants — that are in good health and functioning actively. Not used for objects or machines.

常見錯誤

❌The desk is vigorous because it is made of strong wood.' (objects cannot be vigorous).
✅The oak tree is vigorous because it gets plenty of sunlight and water.
💡'vigorous' for living things only.