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invigorate

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Invigorate (verb) means to give energy, strength or vitality to someone or something.

verb
1
To give energy, strength or vitality to someone or something.
"Exercise is invigorating."
2
To make something stronger or more intense.
3
To bring energy and liveliness to something.
"The cold water invigorated him."
4
To make something more lively and active.
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Etymology

First attested in 1646; borrowed from New Latin invigōrātus, perfect passive participle of invigōrō, see -ate (verb-forming suffix) and -ate (adjective-forming suffix). By surface analysis, in- + vigor + -ate.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of invigorate?
"invigorate" (verb) means to give energy, strength or vitality to someone or something.
What is another word for invigorate?
Other words for "invigorate" include reinvigorate, liven, exalt, quicken, enliven, inspire.
What is the opposite of invigorate?
Opposites of "invigorate" include enervate, exhaust, weaken.
What are the different meanings of invigorate?
"invigorate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To give energy, strength or vitality to someone or something; 2. To make something stronger or more intense; 3. To bring energy and liveliness to something.

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