Strenuously: meaning, definitions and examples

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strenuously

 

[ หˆstrษ›njuษ™sli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a determined and forceful way

If you do something strenuously, you do it with a lot of effort and determination, showing great energy and enthusiasm.

Synonyms

energetically, forcefully, vigorously.

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Word Description / Examples
strenuously

Used to describe actions that are done with great effort and determination, often to emphasize hard work or difficulty in achieving something.

  • She worked strenuously to meet the tight deadline.
  • The athlete trained strenuously to prepare for the competition.
vigorously

Best used to describe actions done with strength, energy, and enthusiasm, often with a sense of robustness and healthiness.

  • He scrubbed the floor vigorously to remove the stains.
  • They campaigned vigorously for their candidate.
forcefully

Appropriate when describing actions that are done with strength and power, often in a way that commands attention or shows assertiveness. It can have a slightly negative connotation if it suggests aggression or overbearing behavior.

  • She argued her point forcefully during the debate.
  • The lawyer made his case forcefully in court.
energetically

Suitable for situations where actions are done with a lot of energy and enthusiasm, typically emphasizing liveliness and positive spirit.

  • The children were playing energetically in the park.
  • He danced energetically throughout the entire performance.

Examples of usage

  • She strenuously denied the accusations against her.
  • He argued strenuously in favor of the new proposal.
  • The team worked strenuously to meet the deadline.

Translations

Translations of the word "strenuously" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vigorosamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคผเฅ‹เคฐเคฆเคพเคฐ เคคเคฐเฅ€เค•เฅ‡ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช energisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan giat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะฝะตั€ะณั–ะนะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ energicznie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฒพๅŠ›็š„ใซ (ใ›ใ„ใ‚Šใ‚‡ใใฆใใซ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vigoureusement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vigorosamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gayretle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํž˜์ฐจ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู†ุดุงุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ energicky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ energicky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”จๅŠ›ๅœฐ (yรฒnglรฌ de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ energiฤno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรถftuglega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ะทัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ แƒ’แƒ˜แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ enerjili

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vigorosamente

Etymology

The adverb 'strenuously' is derived from the adjective 'strenuous', which comes from the Latin word 'strenuus' meaning 'active, vigorous'. The word has been in use since the late 17th century and has maintained its meaning of showing great effort or determination throughout its history.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,322, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.