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Definition of verve

verve

/vɜːrv/
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• noun

1

Lively vigor, spirit, and enthusiasm, especially as shown in an artistic performance or literary composition.

Example

"The young pianist performed the concerto with remarkable verve and technical precision."

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very

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 17th century from French verve, meaning 'fanciful expression' or 'animated spirit', from Old French verve ('form of expression'), ultimately derived from Latin verba, the plural of verbum ('word').

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