Antonyms for vigorous

Grammar : Adj

Spell : vig-er-uhs

Phonetic Transcription : ˈvɪg ər əs

Definition of vigorous

Origin : c.1300 (early 13c. as a surname), from Anglo-French vigrus, Old French vigorosus, from Latin vigere "be lively, flourish, thrive" (see vigor). Related: Vigorously.

adj energetic, powerful

Example sentences :

So vigorous was her movement that Cassidy's clasp was thrown off the wrist.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

After Aggie's vigorous comment there followed a long silence.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

Yes; this is what the secrets of my art have done for me to preserve me fresh and vigorous as you see.
Extract from : « The Imaginary Invalid » by Molire

The wizened little headman was as cheerful and lively and vigorous as ever.
Extract from : « The Leopard Woman » by Stewart Edward White

He is still young and vigorous, and has it yet in his power to accomplish much.
Extract from : « Cleveland Past and Present » by Maurice Joblin

Life is a hearty and vigorous movement to them, not a drooping slouch.
Extract from : « The Atlantic Monthly, Vol. 10, No. 58, August, 1862 » by Various

He followed this vigorous attack by charging down into the confused mass.
Extract from : « Roden's Corner » by Henry Seton Merriman

Vera Cruz fell after a vigorous bombardment and a brave defence.
Extract from : « The Nation in a Nutshell » by George Makepeace Towle

He had never felt his manhood so vigorous, nor his hopes so high.
Extract from : « The Coryston Family » by Mrs. Humphry Ward

To this Cherokee responded by vigorous wagging of the stump of his tail.
Extract from : « White Fang » by Jack London

Synonyms for vigorous

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