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as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the vigorousness of the ideas in the essay was surpassed only by the vibrancy of its language
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as in sprightliness
the quality or state of having abundant or intense activity
the record-breaking holiday sales reflect the vigorousness of the economy
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vigorousness
Noun
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The Short-Track Speed Skating 1500m final, often a highlight for its intensity and adrenaline-inducing turns, will take place on February 12.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026 -
UConn athletes embody that reality every day — balancing intensity, visibility, and packed schedules.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Fresh ginger is optional but adds subtle warmth and brightness, especially nice in soups and simple rice dishes.—
Carla Lalli Music,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Feb. 2026
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The finish is like a veil with a light-reflecting brightness that does wonders at camouflaging darkness and discoloration.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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The brothers now couch surf between family members’ homes and Airbnbs, intent on documenting what some describe as the unprecedented aggressiveness of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis.—
Sophia Peyser,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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Gardner, who has impressed as a reserve recently with his relentless energy and aggressiveness, recorded 12 points on 4-of-5 shooting from the field, 1-of-2 shooting on threes and 3-of-5 shooting from the foul line, 11 rebounds and two steals in 23 minutes on Saturday.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 Feb. 2026
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The exuberance over the office sector was well-placed in 2019.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
27 Jan. 2026
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A lot of exuberance could be rising in your mind and heart today.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Paint Accent Wall An accent wall lends vitality to a room by changing the color or texture of one wall.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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To this end, Bitcoin price formation is increasingly informed by macroeconomic factors and market vitality, rather than by internal supply and production factors.—
Jason Phillips,
Ascend Agency,
30 Jan. 2026
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Ian Schrager’s Italian protégé Aldo Melpignano promises to bring the same energy and cheerfulness that the Borgo Egnazia is known for, though here with a South Tyrolean style.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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That indefatigable cheerfulness, even when describing scenes that sound brutal to almost anyone else, ran through the entire interview.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
5 Dec. 2025
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Using fabric adds movement, liveliness, and drama to a room in a more advanced way than paint can.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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Some of these treats date as far back as the 1700s, while others were developed during the penny-pinching of the Great Depression or the liveliness of the 1950s.—
Mack Swenson,
Southern Living,
4 Dec. 2025
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Sprout’s hardware reflects deliberate trade-offs prioritizing safety and robustness.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Their instincts - polish, clarity, and robustness are valuable, but expensive.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Vigorousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigorousness. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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