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Vigilant vs Vigorous - What's the difference?

vigilant | vigorous |

As adjectives the difference between vigilant and vigorous

is that vigilant is watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary while vigorous is physically strong and active.

vigilant

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Watchful, especially for danger or disorder; alert; wary
    • Be vigilant for signs of disease in your garden.

    Synonyms

    * watchful, alert, wary, aware, on the qui vive

    Derived terms

    * vigilantly

    Related terms

    * vigil * vigilance * vigilante

    vigorous

    English

    Alternative forms

    * vigourous

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Physically strong and active.
  • Rapid of growth