Vigueur (en. Force)

/vi.ɡœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Strength or energy in an action.
He executed the movement with great vigor.
Il a exécuté le mouvement avec une grande vigueur.
State of good health or physical strength.
His vigor allows him to run long distances.
Sa vigueur lui permet de courir de longues distances.
Quality of what is powerful or energetic.
The vigor of his speech captivated the audience.
La vigueur de son discours a captivé l'auditoire.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'vigor', meaning strength, vigor.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be in full vigor
To be in excellent physical shape.
être en pleine vigueur
vigor of youth
Strength and energy characteristic of youth.
vigueur de la jeunesse
to act with vigor
To act with determination and energy.
agir avec vigueur

Related Words

vigorous
Who possesses great strength or energy.
vigoureux
vitality
State of what is alive and in good health.
vitalité
robustness
Quality of a person or thing that is solid and resilient.
robustesse

Slang Meanings

Energy in an activity.
He did this task with all his vigor.
Il a fait cette tâche avec toute sa vigueur.
Mental or physical strength.
His courage was his true vigor.
Son courage était sa vraie vigueur.