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Definition of vim
vim
/vɪm/
vim
vim Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
1
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• noun
1
Lively, enthusiastic energy, vitality, and robust spirit.
Example
"After a restful weekend in the mountains, she returned to her studio full of vim and ready to tackle the new project."
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Most frequently encountered in the alliterative idiom 'vim and vigor' to emphasize exuberant physical energy and lively spirit.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in mid-19th-century American English, derived from the Latin accusative singular form 'vim' of the noun 'vis', meaning 'force, power, or strength'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vim. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vim