as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
an invigorated worker returning from a relaxing vacation
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as in stimulated
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the fresh air and sunshine invigorated the children after a long winter indoors
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Recent Examples of invigorated
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The old pals get the jump on the hitmen, and an invigorated Lee later volunteers to help the General in his feud with local liquor magnate Jeremiah Dunmire (Robert Patrick).
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Nov. 2025
This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
The lone exception was Williams, who instead seemed invigorated by what had just occurred.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Regarding what keeps their work fresh and invigorated, their lead singer, Bart Millard, said the following to The Tennessean.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
But while Tom may start off exasperated and depressed, he’s soon humbled and invigorated to hilarious extremes.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2026
In Chatrie's case, the geofence warrant invigorated an investigation that had stalled.
—Arkansas Online, 17 Apr. 2026
He is invigorated like a kid on Christmas morning to discover what the arts will teach him, and us, next.
—Laura Linney, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Aries is the leader and we will be invigorated by fire to charge forth upon our journeys in the week that follows it.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
After riding the polo ponies all afternoon, however, Martha is invigorated.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
Lululemon is still a quality product and brand that has somewhat lost its way and needs to be invigorated.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
The Pitt invigorated audiences like a big sniff of smelling salts.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Soaring energy prices and power shortages in Africa, triggered by the Iran war, is leading to public calls for nuclear cooperation and re-invigorated interest in long-term nuclear energy plans, which are underway in more than 20 of the 54 African countries.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The old pals get the jump on the hitmen, and an invigorated Lee later volunteers to help the General in his feud with local liquor magnate Jeremiah Dunmire (Robert Patrick).
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Nov. 2025
This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
The lone exception was Williams, who instead seemed invigorated by what had just occurred.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Regarding what keeps their work fresh and invigorated, their lead singer, Bart Millard, said the following to The Tennessean.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
The goal invigorated the Avs, who had all of the momentum and most of the shots for the rest of the second period.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 14 May 2026
But while Tom may start off exasperated and depressed, he’s soon humbled and invigorated to hilarious extremes.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2026
In Chatrie's case, the geofence warrant invigorated an investigation that had stalled.
—Arkansas Online, 17 Apr. 2026
He is invigorated like a kid on Christmas morning to discover what the arts will teach him, and us, next.
—Laura Linney, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Aries is the leader and we will be invigorated by fire to charge forth upon our journeys in the week that follows it.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
After riding the polo ponies all afternoon, however, Martha is invigorated.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
Lululemon is still a quality product and brand that has somewhat lost its way and needs to be invigorated.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
The Pitt invigorated audiences like a big sniff of smelling salts.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invigorated
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So the Pep Guardiola era is over, with a domestic double in the bag and a season that suggests a refreshed Manchester City are on the right lines.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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From an all-new band taking over Rock ’n’ Rollercoaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to a refreshed version of the wildest ride in the Wilderness at Magic Kingdom, this summer is a great time for families to visit Walt Disney World.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Turn mealtime into braintime with this interactive puzzle toy that keeps dogs engaged, entertained and mentally stimulated.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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Economic development will be stimulated by large infrastructure investments, but energy and other resources will be strained.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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If the revived 883 Sportster is one, what’s the other?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 May 2026
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But finding Congress members to co-chair the revived caucus has proven difficult, Ilechie told Semafor.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
26 May 2026
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The future of relationships can feel energized and unsettled during today’s Libra moon.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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That has spurred renewed interest in a clause in the EU's foundational treaties about mutual assistance if a member nation is attacked.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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While President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled renewed openness to private investment, including partnerships in electricity and a possible revival of fracking, her administration’s statism continues to weigh on Mexico’s appeal relative to regional peers.—
Juan Pablo Spinetto,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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