invigorate (ɪnˈvɪɡəˌreɪt
)
Definitions
verb
- (tr) to give vitality and vigour to; animate; brace; refresh ⇒
to be invigorated by fresh air
Alternative Forms
inˈvigorˌating adjective inˈvigorˌatingly adverb inˌvigorˈation noun inˈvigorative adjective inˈvigoratively adverb inˈvigorˌator nounWord Origin
C17: from in-² + Latin vigorvigourSynonyms
View thesaurus entry=
refresh,
stimulate,
brace,
strengthen,
animate,
exhilarate,
fortify,
quicken,
rejuvenate,
enliven,
perk up,
freshen (up)
energize,
revitalize,
galvanize,
liven up,
pep up,
buck up,
put new heart into
nerve,
Usage examples
Urging the World Bank to focus on rural development, Sinha also reiterated his determination to invigorate the growth process.
Business Today (1998)Globe Television received many calls promoting Blue Murder's new look and feel - an attempt to invigorate a dull show.
Globe and Mail (2003)`Alternatively you can add more warmth and depth to invigorate the hair.
Sun, News of the World (2000)In other words, do what you can to invigorate what can sometimes be a slightly stuffy personality.
, The Zodiac Family (1988)