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Strenuous Definition & Meaning

strenuous
adjective
  1. characterized by or performed with much energy or force; "strenuous exercise"
  2. taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance; "his final, straining burst of speed"; "a strenuous task"; "your willingness after these six arduous days to remain here"- F.D.Roosevelt

"Strenuous" in song lyrics

See how strenuous is used in real songs:

  • "No matter what my opinion is it's all strenuous"
    Aceyalone — The Hold
  • "Though the life we live gets strenuous"
    L-Burna (Layzie Bone) — Lock-N-Load
  • "I ain't pretending and it's not strenuous"
    Swollen Members — Block Party

Usage tips for "strenuous"

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Frequently asked questions

What does strenuous mean?
characterized by or performed with much energy or force; "strenuous exercise" taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance; "his final, straining burst of speed"; "a strenuous task"; "your willingness after these six arduous days to remain here"- F.D.Roosevelt
What part of speech is strenuous?
Strenuous is an adjective.
How many definitions does strenuous have?
Strenuous has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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