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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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That’s why Mazzulla upped the intensity at training camp.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025 -
There’s that kind of intensity and fuel that has fanned the fire of Mirador in someways that’s really elevated the band and the performances.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The dust reflects light, thus boosting the brightness of the comet.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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The space also integrates light sensors that adjust brightness according to rain or shine, a nod to the natural world that is part of the brand’s outdoor heritage.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Just nothing, not dictating at the point of attack, no aggressiveness to it at all.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
25 Oct. 2025
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Prostate cancers are graded for aggressiveness in the Gleason grading system, which ranges from 6 to 10, with 10 being the most aggressive.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In part because Dowdle answered for his own exuberance, and in part because Bryce Young saved his best for last, the Carolina Panthers still recorded a historic win over the Green Bay Packers, the most improbable of their four wins in the past five games.—
Luke DeCock,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Nov. 2025
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Such ideological exuberance was obviously unsustainable, which was Davis’s main point.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Miu Miu, the category’s most recent entrant with its Miutine Eau de Parfum fronted by actress Emma Corrin, was the top-growing beauty brand in September by brand vitality score, or VIT, Traackr’s measurement of a brand’s social media visibility and impact.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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Our vitality and energy will be low, so take it easy.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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As Milchick, Tillman infused an unnerving cheerfulness into Lumon Industries’ macrodata refinement supervisor, a character who became increasingly central in Season 2.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her vivacious attitude connects her with Aries (Stacey’s actual birthday is April 3) due to her fearlessness and cheerfulness in situations, no matter what is thrown at her.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Indeed, the backstage energy at the spring 2026 shows brought a liveliness that went beyond the usual hubbub of getting ready while polishing off Pura Vida takeaway in the wee hours before showtime.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025
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But the film emphasizes the cast’s very evident liveliness.—
Caryn James,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This layer is essential for delivering stable voltage readings, preventing the formation of water layers, and enhancing overall sensor robustness.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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That begins with intellectual robustness.—
Nicholas Dirks,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Vigorousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vigorousness. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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