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invigorate

Verb

IPA /ɪnˈvɪɡəreɪt/

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To make someone feel refreshed and full of energy.

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invigorate/ɪnˈvɪɡəreɪt/

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  1. Someone feels tired and sluggish

  2. A brisk walk refreshes them

  3. They feel full of energy again

An activity can invigorate you by making you feel refreshed and energetic.

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  1. The brisk walk invigorated me after a quiet morning indoors.
  2. The lively discussion invigorated the tired students.

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To make someone feel refreshed and full of energy.
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invigorate — To make someone feel refreshed and full of energy.

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To make someone feel refreshed and full of energy.

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Word origin

From medieval Latin invigorare, meaning to make strong, related to Latin vigor.

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Invigorating is the related adjective: an invigorating walk or discussion.

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invigorate

/ɪnˈvɪɡəreɪt/ (Verb)

“In this meaning, invigorate describes renewed energy. It does not necessarily mean making someone physically stronger.”

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