vigorously

adverb

vig·​or·​ous·​ly ˈvi-g(ə-)rəs-lē 

: in a vigorous manner : with force and energy

He vigorously denied the accusations.

In a medium bowl, vigorously stir together the remaining ingredients, except for the pine nuts, to make the filling.

—Mei Chin

Last fall, Democratic congressional staffers vigorously researched what options they have …

—Jonathan Schwarz

Synonyms of vigorously

• strongly
• forcibly
• vehemently
• fiercely
• firmly
• hard
• forcefully

Examples of vigorously in a Sentence

vigorously shook my hand and told me how happy he was to be there

Recent Examples on the Web

Meanwhile, vigorously whisk 4 large egg yolks and ½ cup (100 g) sugar in a small heatproof bowl until smooth and lemon yellow, about 1 minute. — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Nov. 2026

Article also takes pride in testing its upholstery for abrasion resistance, vigorously wear-testing it in its facilities to ensure long-lasting quality. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2026

The letter warns that any attempt by Alterra to stop paying rent or abandon the premises without resolving its contractual obligations would be vigorously contested. — Brian Maass, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

In experiments plants that are rigidly staked to prevent their movement or that are grown in pots and turned out of sync with the Sun grow less vigorously and have fewer or smaller leaves. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vigorously

• rigorously