invigorate

verb

in·​vig·​o·​rate in-ˈvi-gə-ˌrāt How to pronounce invigorate (audio)
invigorated; invigorating

transitive verb

: to give life and energy to : animate
invigoration noun
invigorator noun

Examples of invigorate in a Sentence

A brisk walk in the cool morning air always invigorates me. He was invigorated by the positive feedback. The mayor has plans to invigorate the downtown economy.
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In state fairs, festivals, parks, and town halls across the country this summer, the Democratic Party will try to invigorate voters to join their organizing efforts, even as polling shows lackluster excitement. Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2025 The ministry has sought bolder moves in recent weeks to invigorate the country’s film industry in particular, which is currently experiencing a slump at the box office and a sharp slowdown in film production. Sara Merican, Deadline, 29 July 2025 But, if having so many options to choose from sounds more intimidating than invigorating, Linda Vater, plant expert for Southern Living® Plant Collection, advises looking to your yard for the best fit. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 July 2025 Imagine a fitness center blending invigorating citrus scents, high-tempo music and dynamic visuals to motivate clients and enhance their workout experience. Tamara Bebb, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for invigorate

Word History

Etymology

probably from in- + vigor

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of invigorate was in 1646

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“Invigorate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/invigorate. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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invigorate

verb
in·​vig·​o·​rate in-ˈvig-ə-ˌrāt How to pronounce invigorate (audio)
invigorated; invigorating
: to give life and energy to
invigoration noun
invigorator noun

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