invigorate

verb

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

transitive verb

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

Synonyms of invigorate

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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Today, a new generation of writers and artists is also looking to the seaside spot as a natural atelier of their own—invigorating new life into the historic locale that began as a Greek trading post more than 2,500 years ago. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026 With Uranus in your sign, everything from your identity to your personal brand is being invigorated, while the North Node activates your 10th house of career, reputation and public purpose. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 With continued use, the lightweight, non-greasy formula helps invigorate roots, improve blood flow, and minimize shedding. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 10 June 2026 Being involved in the effort to support MS research and care has been invigorating to Bulochnikov-Paul. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 7 June 2026 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 16 Jun. 2026.

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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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