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 Mikey, Aaron writes famously rhythmic dialogue meant to be delivered with verve and speed — and delivered precisely as written. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026 These retain a striking amount of verve and complexity, and taste fresh enough to use raw. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 6 Sep. 2026 In terms of driving verve, the Accord certainly has the edge over the Corolla and is a better family vehicle because of its superior cabin and cargo space. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 Neighboring Eastern Caribbean music styles—Bouyon from Dominica, Jab Jab tunes from Grenada—are staples in Antigua, adding to the frenetic verve on the road. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for verve

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To prepare to lead in these areas, CISOs must approach AI readiness with the same vigor and care as AI adoption, building the skills, judgment and development opportunities employees need to govern AI effectively.

— Haris Pylarinos, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
As Doo-sik, Squid Game’s Park Hae-soo is delivering the show’s defining performance with such vigor and charisma that Stone’s hand is, whether intentionally or not, tipped.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of vigor

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But fear not, Lisa will be channeling that energy into her art.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026
It was deemed Biden’s signature climate law, providing hundreds of billions of dollars for tax credits and programs to bolster the clean energy sector (much of that funding was repealed by the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act).

— Maydeen Merino, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026

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