GUSTO Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

gusto

noun

ˈgə-(ˌ)stō

Definition of gusto

as in vigor

active strength of body or mind I don't have the gusto to go on a strenuous hike right now

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Recent Examples of gusto Across the country, federal prosecutors took on trafficking cases with gusto. — Alec MacGillis, ProPublica, 1 June 2026 The gardens have set expectations high and local art fans have come to anticipate these efforts with gusto — and often reward the efforts with repeat visits to the site. — Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 7 June 2026 Unlike so many of his contemporaries, Doku always looks to take on defenders rather than passing the buck, attacks with gusto and is more likely than most to stay on his feet in the tackle. — Graham Scott, New York Times, 24 May 2026 Contrary to their largely fiscal conservative rhetoric and critiques of universities as overly woke and elitist, Republicans generally sponsor earmarks with gusto across the board, including for colleges and universities. — Heather McCambly, The Conversation, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for gusto

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Deadheading helps redirect energy to the plant, improving overall vigor and reducing disease risk.

— Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 27 June 2026
The crowd shook her car with such vigor that the 23-year-old Westminster resident couldn’t turn up the music like people shouted at her to do.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026

Definition of vigor

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The city is recommending zoning regulations that fall in line with state statute while trying to calm residents who are worried data centers will overwhelm resources like water and energy and impose on their quality of life.

— Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 July 2026
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