caffeinated

adjective

caf·​fein·​at·​ed ˈka-fə-ˌnā-təd How to pronounce caffeinated (audio) -fē-ə- How to pronounce caffeinated (audio)
1
: stimulated by or as if by caffeine
caffeinated workers
caffeinated rhythms of electronic musicMarc Weingarten
2
: containing caffeine
caffeinated coffee

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However, some should be avoided, such as caffeinated beverages, alcohol, and sugary drinks. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 18 June 2025 Tea and decaf coffee were also studied, but were not associated with the same health benefits as caffeinated coffee, according to the press release. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 17 June 2025 Sipping on caffeinated beverages, like espresso and lattes, can give you a temporary mood and energy boost. Jillian Kubala, Health, 2 June 2025 Stay caffeinated There are thousands of ways to get that coffee buzz while rolling down the road. Leslie Kelly, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for caffeinated

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1896, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of caffeinated was circa 1896

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“Caffeinated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caffeinated. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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caffeinated

adjective
caf·​fein·​at·​ed ˈkaf-ə-ˌnāt-əd How to pronounce caffeinated (audio)
1
: stimulated by or as if by caffeine
2
: containing caffeine
caffeinated coffee
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