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

• dynamically
• energetically
• explosively
• firmly
• forcefully
• forcibly
• hard
• mightily
• muscularly
• powerfully
• roundly
• stiffly
• stoutly
• strenuously
• strongly
• sturdily

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

Puffers vigorously flap their fins to carve intricate circular patterns into the sand. —Ingrid Newkirk, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025

The company intends to defend itself vigorously in these matters. —Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025

Open, add three to five cubes or a generous handful of pebble ice, seal and shake vigorously for about three to four minutes. —Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025

The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE for military families and Medicaid, exclude coverage for such care and calls on the Department of Justice to vigorously pursue litigation and legislation to oppose the practice. —CBS News, 28 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vigorously

• rigorously