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adjective

Definition of vitalizingnext
as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind a vitalizing steam bath

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vitalizing

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verb

present participle of vitalize
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to a hearty lunch and a long nap afterwards vitalized him again

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  1. refreshing
  2. stimulating
  3. restorative
Adjective
  • The finish is long and refreshing, with lingering tart cherry and a hint of spice.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • North Carolina offers incredible, vibrant foliage and a crisp, refreshing breeze that can not only lift your mood, but can also help bring back positive memories of autumn.
    Ahunna Okwubunka Anyim, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of refreshing
Verb
  • But at the time, the theory that providing children with stimulating activities would help them more than rote learning and academic drills was revolutionary.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
  • For only the second time in at least a decade, top leaders last month made stimulating spending and domestic demand their top priority in 2025.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune Asia, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of stimulating
Adjective
  • Also, optimizing the sleep setting enhances comfort and minimizes disruptions, promoting deeper, more restorative sleep.
    Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The Biden administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) has allocated more than $100 million in K-12 school grants to restorative justice, social emotional learning and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts, a parents’ rights group has found.
    Kristina Watrobski, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of restorative
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