as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
an invigorating breeze made our afternoon sail all the more enjoyable
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as in stimulating
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 invigorating
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
Tanner Boyden, an affable thirtysomething, led an invigorating vinyasa class.
—Priyanka Mattoo, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
For a truly energizing experience, the signature Water Ritual incorporates a dry sauna, cold deluge shower and wet steam with an invigorating scrub, culminating with dips in the hot and cold plunge pools.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
The Chanel dinner brings fashion, film and art together in an invigorating way.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Ahead, explore 20 green nail ideas for spring that feel fresh and invigorating.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Mint and eucalyptus blends can feel especially invigorating; citrus-forward scents help cut through mental fog.
—Allison Hatfield, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
But it’s presented here with invigorating flourishes that encircle the story within specific moments in time, while also granting it a stirring dramatic transcendence.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Distilling the essence of a 300-page book into a few pithy phrases is an invigorating activity for creative writing students of all ages.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 7 June 2026
Make sure to book a toxin-rinsing seaweed bath—outdoors and invigorating.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
And now audiences get to delight in her fresh, invigorating approach to the conductor’s podium.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
The ocean is invigorating, but the lake is so relaxing and accessible.
—Kelly Ryan Kegans, Midwest Living, 22 May 2026
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, 15 May 2026
Instead, Dior ranks at the top with the appointment and hype surrounding Jonathan Anderson’s new role at the luxury maison — eBay specifically cites his fresh creative energy, invigorating and growing momentum for the brand.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Eucalyptus is the classic spa scent, and peppermint is an invigorating option for a morning boost.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
And the band will perform that album’s inspiring and invigorating songs the way they’re meant to be heard, live and in person, on the Congo Square Stage on May 1st.
—Al Shipley, SPIN, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Amenities and experiences While there isn’t an on-site spa, the hotel can coordinate an in-room massage, and my hour with local massage therapist Yulia was such an invigorating way to start my day.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 May 2026
Tanner Boyden, an affable thirtysomething, led an invigorating vinyasa class.
—Priyanka Mattoo, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
For a truly energizing experience, the signature Water Ritual incorporates a dry sauna, cold deluge shower and wet steam with an invigorating scrub, culminating with dips in the hot and cold plunge pools.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
The Chanel dinner brings fashion, film and art together in an invigorating way.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2026
Ahead, explore 20 green nail ideas for spring that feel fresh and invigorating.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
Mint and eucalyptus blends can feel especially invigorating; citrus-forward scents help cut through mental fog.
—Allison Hatfield, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
But it’s presented here with invigorating flourishes that encircle the story within specific moments in time, while also granting it a stirring dramatic transcendence.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Distilling the essence of a 300-page book into a few pithy phrases is an invigorating activity for creative writing students of all ages.
—Jess Decourcy Hinds
february 13, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
Being involved in the effort to support MS research and care has been invigorating to Bulochnikov-Paul.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 7 June 2026
Make sure to book a toxin-rinsing seaweed bath—outdoors and invigorating.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
And now audiences get to delight in her fresh, invigorating approach to the conductor’s podium.
—Arts Editor, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
The ocean is invigorating, but the lake is so relaxing and accessible.
—Kelly Ryan Kegans, Midwest Living, 22 May 2026
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, 15 May 2026
Instead, Dior ranks at the top with the appointment and hype surrounding Jonathan Anderson’s new role at the luxury maison — eBay specifically cites his fresh creative energy, invigorating and growing momentum for the brand.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
Eucalyptus is the classic spa scent, and peppermint is an invigorating option for a morning boost.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
And the band will perform that album’s inspiring and invigorating songs the way they’re meant to be heard, live and in person, on the Congo Square Stage on May 1st.
—Al Shipley, SPIN, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invigorating
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For anyone who loves the look of heels but hates the discomfort that usually comes with them, these Vivaia mid-heels offer a refreshing alternative.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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How refreshing to have a MAGA insider repudiate the lies.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Apollo Neuro reviews have been piling up across the internet as more people try the wearable device that aims to rebalance the nervous system by stimulating the vagus nerve.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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In a new study published in PLOS, researchers analyzed 161 fossils with a new rapid and non-destructive protocol, based on stimulating the bone remains with an external energy source, called luminescence.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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“Invigorating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invigorating. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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