Definitions

verve

[vurv] / vɜrv /

NOUN

energy, enthusiasm

Synonyms

STRONGEST

gumption gusto intensity liveliness moxie passion pep sparkle spunk stamina toughness vigor vitality zeal zest

STRONG

activity ardor dash drive endurance fire force forcefulness get-up-and-go go hardihood juice pizazz pluck power punch spirit steam strength vim virility zing zip

WEAK

élan

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathy cowardice dullness inactivity indifference laziness lethargy weakness

STRONG

enervation idleness incompetence

Example Sentences

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Whereas Batman had his tragic back story, making him moody and tortured, and Spider-Man had the youthful verve of a kid from Queens, Superman was always kind of a square.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dr. Daniels writes with verve and wit—wry and dry.

From The Wall Street Journal

In 2025, England's attack evolved into something with verve and variety.

From BBC

Mr. Stephens writes with vigor and verve, and he refrains from flaunting the expertise he clearly possesses.

From The Wall Street Journal

Stokes has also had a mixed tour as skipper, lacking his trademark tactical verve.

From BBC

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