VERVE Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

verve

noun

ˈvərv

Definition of verve

as in vigor

active strength of body or mind the actor plays the part of the superhero with tremendous verve and obvious enjoyment

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Recent Examples of verve The movie thrums with his excitement in bringing his own new perspective to the screen, and with the audiovisual verve that doing so inspired in him. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 June 2026 What could have been a statement by the Bay Area became barely a whisper — an event that had about as much verve as an Earthquakes friendly against an anonymous semi-pro team. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 June 2026 Check itineraries from cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Virgin Voyages, which have a classy feel tied with a youthful verve, ideal for a fun-loving group of ladies. — Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 Defensive midfielder Gustavo Puerta has been a revelation in the No 6 role, while the verve of full-backs Munoz and Mojica have given Colombia one of this tournament’s clearest attacking identities. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for verve

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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
Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 2 July 2026

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