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strenuous

/ˈstrɛn.ju.əs/
stren · u · ous
Adverb:strenuously
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• adjective

1

Requiring or using great physical or mental effort and exertion.

Example

"The doctor advised him to avoid strenuous exercise for a few weeks after the surgery."

2

Marked by or showing bold, determined, and energetic zeal or persistence.

Example

"Despite the defense team's strenuous objections, the judge allowed the testimony to proceed."

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• Rhymes for strenuous

• Nearby Words

strength
strengthen
strengthener
strenuous
strenuously
strenuousness
strep

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin strenuus, meaning 'brisk, active, or vigorous', which is cognate with Ancient Greek strenes ('strong' or 'hard').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Strenuous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/strenuous
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