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invigorate
[ in-vig-uh-reyt ]
invigorate
/ ɪnˈvɪɡəˌreɪt /
verb
- tr to give vitality and vigour to; animate; brace; refresh
to be invigorated by fresh air
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Derived Forms
- inˈvigorˌatingly, adverb
- inˈvigorative, adjective
- inˈvigorˌating, adjective
- inˈvigorˌator, noun
- inˌvigorˈation, noun
- inˈvigoratively, adverb
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Other Words From
- in·vig·or·a·tion [in-vig-, uh, -, rey, -sh, uh, n], noun
- in·vig·or·a·tive adjective
- in·vig·or·a·tive·ly adverb
- in·vig·or·a·tor noun
- re·in·vig·or·ate verb (used with object) reinvigorated reinvigorating
- re·in·vig·or·a·tion noun
- un·in·vig·or·at·ed adjective
- un·in·vig·or·a·tive adjective
- un·in·vig·or·a·tive·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins
Origin of invigorate1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of invigorate1
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Synonym Study
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Example Sentences
It has been invigorating and fun to be active again, and increased my confidence.
For Cunningham, the jump validated her training, provided confidence in a recent technical tweak and invigorated her belief in how high she could go this summer at the Tokyo Games.
Whitman’s words give voice to our cities and the artists who invigorate them.
Put together, Walmart’s status as an essential retailer has invigorated its relationship with DTC brands.
I felt invigorated by how far we had come and was eager to continue conquering challenges.
He is happy; the thought of the stars of the National Wrestling Association seems to invigorate him.
Squats invigorate your nervous system and help your stress response since the squat is a naturally defensive position.
There are steps the international community can take to invigorate the Palestinian economy.
I invigorate my sour cream by adding fresh chopped dill, which gives it nice color, flavor, and depth.
I ordered myself to be carried to Mrs. Baynton's, in hope that an interval of repose would invigorate and refresh me.
The change of scene and air will be very beneficial to your health, and tend to invigorate both your mind and body.
But several collateral circumstances served to invigorate its spirit.
I see nothing that will invigorate the public councils, and resuscitate the dormant spirit and resources of the nation.
This would invigorate the annimal as he used the pole with great energy, and with my help they would get up.
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More About Invigorate
What does invigorate mean?
To invigorate is to fill with energy or a feeling of vitality, renewal, or refreshment.
Invigorate is especially used in the context of things that make people feel “alive” or renewed or refreshed physically, mentally, and emotionally. Such a state or feeling can be called vigor, which is at the root of invigorate. A close synonym is vitality. In other words, to invigorate is to fill with vigor.
Someone who feels this way can be described with the adjective invigorated, as in I feel really invigorated after that long, restful weekend.
Something that invigorates can be described with the adjective invigorating, as in I love an invigorating swim in the ocean.
Sometimes, invigorate is applied to things other than people to mean something like stimulate or boost, as in These measures are meant to invigorate the economy.
Example: Being out in the sunshine invigorates me and makes me feel alive.
Where does invigorate come from?
The first records of the word invigorate come from the 1640s. It’s based on the root word vigor, which comes from a Latin term meaning “force” or “energy.”
Things that invigorate you make you feel more alive. This often happens in the context of something that fills you with energy in a physical way. But it can happen in other ways, too. Visiting an art exhibit might invigorate your creativity. In most cases, being invigorated is a big change. You could say you were invigorated by an afternoon cup of coffee, but more often the word is reserved for things that really give you a significant physical, emotional, and mental boost.
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What are some other forms related to invigorate?
- invigorating (adjective)
- invigorated (adjective)
What are some synonyms for invigorate?
What are some words that share a root or word element with invigorate?
What are some words that often get used in discussing invigorate?
How is invigorate used in real life?
Invigorate is most commonly used in the discussion of things that make you feel more alive or renew your body, mind, and spirit.
I sat outside for a bit in the cool, fresh, almost autumn night. It felt amazing, but so melancholy. Every year I am eager for this season to arrive; fall invigorates me. Yet tonight I’m only suffused with longing.
This is all to say that I miss my friends.
— Rachel Vorona Cote (@RVoronaCote) September 13, 2020
All packed and ready to head back to the desert. New team, new teammates- I feel invigorated by the upcoming challenge this season
— C.J. Wilson (@str8edgeracer) February 17, 2012
Thanks so much to everyone who stopped by the panel!!! It was SO invigorating getting to talk shop with peers and offer advice for a bit!
— 🐝 Sam King 🎃 (@SamanthaCKing) September 11, 2020
Try using invigorate!
Which of the following words is NOT a synonym of invigorate?
A. weaken
B. enliven
C. vitalize
D. energize
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