vigorous

vigorous
adj
1. energetic, full of energy, dynamic, strenuous, active, trenchant; quick, brisk, spry, sprightly, Scot, and North Eng. yauld, Inf. bouncing, Inf. zippy, Inf. peppy, Sl. go-go; vivacious, lively, full of life, glowing, sparkling, spanking, zingy, bold, sharp.
2. robust, hearty, hardy, hale, hale and hearty, lusty, strong and healthy, bursting with health or vigor; sound, healthy, in good health, fit, physically fit, in good condition, in fine fettle, Inf. in good shape, Inf. in shape; stout, staunch, stalwart, firm, sturdy, tough.
3. powerful, potent, mighty, forceful, forcible, irresistible, emphatic, aggressive; spirited, mettlesome, steadfast, resolute, doughty, plucky, Inf. spunky; eager, enthusiastic, ebullient, keen, Sl. psyched; zealous, ardent, fervid, fervent, vehement, impassioned, burning, intense.
4. effective, valid, biting, pointed, to the point; incisive, telling, cogent; graphic, vivid, striking, pithy, meaty.

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