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vigorous

[ˈvɪɡərəs]
adjective
vigoroso
1. characterized by strong physical strength and good health
He maintained a vigorous exercise routine throughout his life.
Ele manteve uma rotina de exercícios vigorosa ao longo de sua vida.
2. done with great energy, effort, or enthusiasm
The team made a vigorous effort to win the championship.
O time fez um esforço vigoroso para ganhar o campeonato.
3. (of language or actions) forceful and intense
She gave a vigorous speech that inspired the crowd.
Ela fez um discurso vigoroso que inspirou a multidão.
4. growing, developing, or producing strongly
The vigorous growth of the plant surprised everyone.
O crescimento vigoroso da planta surpreendeu a todos.
Synonyms
energeticrobuststrongforcefulintensedynamiclively
Antonyms
weakfeeblelethargicsluggishpassivegentle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vigoroso
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vigoroso
same as standard Portuguese
São Paulo
vigoroso
same as standard Portuguese
Portugal
vigoroso
identical to Brazilian Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

vigorous debate - debate acalorado
vigorous defense - defesa vigorosa
vigorous opposition - oposição vigorosa
full of vigor - cheio de vigor
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