(おうせい)

おうせい
adjective (na-adjective), noun
vigorous, flourishing
1. vigorous, lively, thriving
Describes something that is full of energy, vitality, or activity. Often used for appetites, curiosity, ambition, or business activity.
食欲(しょくよく)旺盛(おうせい)だ。
I have a healthy appetite.
子供(こども)好奇心(こうきしん)旺盛(おうせい)だ。
Children have a strong sense of curiosity.
旺盛(おうせい)探究心(たんきゅうしん)研究(けんきゅう)(つづ)けている。
They continue their research with a vigorous spirit of inquiry.

旺盛(おうせい) describes strong vitality, energy, or activity.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 食欲(しょくよく)旺盛(おうせい) (hearty appetite)
  • 好奇心(こうきしん)旺盛(おうせい) (full of curiosity)
  • 意欲(いよく)旺盛(おうせい) (highly motivated)
  • 旺盛(おうせい)活動(かつどう) (vigorous activity)
  • 創作(そうさく)意欲(いよく)旺盛(おうせい)だ (full of creative energy)

CONJUGATION:

  • 旺盛(おうせい)な + noun (attributive)
  • 旺盛(おうせい)だ (predicative)
  • 旺盛(おうせい)に (adverbial)