Tender and Vigorous

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Tender adjective - Lacking bodily strength.

Usage example: a very tender child who always seems to be sick

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Vigorous is an antonym for tender.

Vigorous adjective - Able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure.

Usage example: vigorous and sturdy little sheep bred to live in mountainous regions

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Tender is an antonym for vigorous.

Nearby Words: vigor, vigour, vigorously

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