Virile

Definitions: (1) having or exhibiting masculine strength; manly; (2) characterized by a vigorous spirit; forceful      Note: One word I wish I could have used in these listings is Virago. Originally referring to a woman of great stature, strength, and courage, but it has degenerated into a description of a woman who is loud and … Read more

Virtue

Definitions: (1) possessing moral and ethical excellence; upright; righteous; (2) having good and great qualities; (3) chaste; pure; virginal; (4) aretaics <the science of virtue> Synonym: South African, Ubuntu: a quality that includes the essential human virtues; compassion and humanity; “I am because we are.” Saying: Evil must be left behind in this world, but … Read more

Vim

Definition: robust energy; enthusiasm; lively spirit; vital Quotes:• When we recognize the virtues, the talent, the beauty of Mother Earth, something is born in us, some kind of connection, love is born. — Thich Nhat Hanh [born Nguyễn Xuân Bảo] (1926–2022) Vietnamese monk & author• Words are singularly the most powerful force available to humanity. … Read more

Victorious

Definitions: (1) exalted in having gained the advantage or superiority over negative passions, appetites, or temptations; (2) successful in the accomplishment of a positive goal; fulfilled Synonyms: triumphant, successful Quote:• There is no one magic move or secret that creates victory, but lots of little items that, when added together, can make you victorious. — … Read more

Vigorous

Definitions: (1) living or growing with full vital strength;  heartsome; robust; (2) acting with abundant energy and force; powerful Quotes:• Knowledge is not a passion from without the mind, but an active exertion of the inward strength, vigor and power of the mind, displaying itself from within. — Ralph Cudworth (1617–1688) English philosopher & theologian• If … Read more

Vigilant

Definitions: (1) ever awake and alert; (2) keenly watchful to detect danger or trouble; wary; (3) on the lookout for opportunities to do good Quotes: • He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will never get to his destination. — José Protasio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda [aka: … Read more

Verve

Definition: vigor, energy, or enthusiasm in the expression of ideas either verbal or physical <as in dance>; vivacious; spirited Quotes:• You can con God and get away with it, Granny said, if you do so with charm and wit. If you live your life with imagination and verve, God will play along just to see … Read more

Vibrant

Definition: characterized by energetic activity; vital; vigorous Balancing Qualities: Vibrancy is only as effective as the mastering of restraint. — Sara Genn (1972-) Canadian artist Quote: We get to choose how we’re going to live – what level of energy, what level of vibrancy, what level of excitement. — Brendon Burchard (1977-) Personal development author

VERSATILE

Divine Definitions: (1) Competent to act in any situation; flexible; pliable; (2) Self-adjusting within the ever-growing complexity of the universe; self-correcting; (3) Competent to spiritize human notions; adjuster; (4) Available to satisfy any need; many-sided; resourceful; (5) Able to make old things new; renewing; (6) Ever-leading all beings toward the light; (7) Skillful at turning … Read more

Veracious

Definitions: (1) able to perceive the truth; (2) inclined to speak the truth; honest; accurate; precise Derivations: Latin, “truthful;” Old English, “true;” Old High German, “trust”     Note: Not to be confused with voracity, which refers to greed or an excessive appetite – to devour. Synonym: veridical <coinciding with reality> Poetry:‘Beauty is Truth, Truth Beauty.’ – … Read more