NYT Dictionary

VIGOR

/ˈvɪɡɚ/
NounVIG-orvig-or · 2 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024, 2026

Meaning

Alternative form of vigour.

Etymology

Origin: Old English

OE. vigour, vigor, OF. vigor, vigur, vigour, F. vigueur, fr. L. vigor, fr. vigere to be lively or strong. See Vegetable, Vigil

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

energyvigourzipdynamismheartinessmuscularityvimactionactivityambition

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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