Vim and Vigor

Meaning

“Vim and vigor” means having lots of energy, enthusiasm, and physical or mental strength. Someone who approaches life or a task with “vim and vigor” does so with noticeable liveliness, determination, and enthusiasm.

The two words work together to emphasize energetic action. “Vim” refers to lively spirit or energy, while “vigor” suggests strength, vitality, and force.

Usage

“Vim and vigor” is a somewhat old-fashioned but still familiar expression. It is usually positive and can describe someone tackling a task enthusiastically, returning to an activity with renewed energy, or simply showing a lively attitude toward life.

It often appears in the phrase “with vim and vigor,” and it can be used for both physical energy and enthusiastic effort.

Example Sentences

  • She returned to work with renewed vim and vigor after her vacation.
  • The coach encouraged the players to approach the final match with vim and vigor.
  • Despite his age, he still tackles every new project with plenty of vim and vigor.
  • The volunteers cleaned up the park with remarkable vim and vigor.
  • After a good night’s sleep, I woke up with the vim and vigor to finish everything on my list.

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