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strenuous definition

strenu·ous (stren′yo̵̅o̅ əs)

adjective

  1. requiring or characterized by great effort or energy a strenuous game of handball
  2. vigorous, arduous, zealous, etc. strenuous efforts

Etymology: L strenuus, vigorous, active < IE base *(s)ter-, rigid > stare, Gr strēnēs, strong

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