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strenuous

Pronunciation: /ˈstɹɛ.nju.əs/

The English word “strenuous” has 2 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Having great vigour or energy; forceful.
  2. Requiring great exertion; very laborious.

Etymology

From Latin strenuus (“quick”).

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