invigorate

verb

in·​vig·​o·​rate in-ˈvi-gə-ˌrāt 

invigorated; invigorating

transitive verb

: to give life and energy to : animate

also : stimulate sense 1

invigoration

in-ˌvi-gə-ˈrā-shən 

noun

invigorator

in-ˈvi-gə-ˌrā-tər 

noun

Synonyms

• amp (up)
• animate
• brace
• energize
• enliven
• fillip
• fire
• ginger (up)
• jazz (up)
• juice up
• jump-start
• liven (up)
• pep (up)
• quicken
• spike
• stimulate
• vitalize
• vivify
• zip (up)

Examples of invigorate in a Sentence

A brisk walk in the cool morning air always invigorates me.

He was invigorated by the positive feedback.

The mayor has plans to invigorate the downtown economy.

Recent Examples on the Web

Hancock's feature directorial debut is a hell of an invigorating revenge fantasy, made all the more satisfying by its own winking self-awareness. —Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 22 Jan. 2025

This track masterfully preserves the rich and vibrant essence of traditional vallenato music while introducing an invigorating tropical pop flair that breathes fresh life into the genre. —Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025

The government is considering measures to invigorate the economy, including potential adjustments to monetary policies and fiscal strategies. —Michael Khouw, CNBC, 13 Jan. 2025

In the morning, the cardamom note feels invigorating and fresh. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

probably from in- + vigor

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

invigorate

verb

in·​vig·​o·​rate in-ˈvig-ə-ˌrāt 

invigorated; invigorating

: to give life and energy to

invigoration

-ˌvig-ə-ˈrā-shən 

noun

invigorator

-ˈvig-ə-ˌrāt-ər 

noun