INVIGORATION Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

invigoration

noun

Definition of invigoration

as in stimulation

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Recent Examples of invigoration Notes of ripe, fresh mangoes, fragrant mandarins, and blood oranges, and undertones of lemon leaf spark energy and invigoration. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026 For now, extra invigoration comes from being pummeled by a dozen jets in the free hydrotherapy pool. — Ramsey Qubein, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Dec. 2021

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Noun

Mazama Energy’s demonstrated superhot rock platform optimizes well construction, drilling, and stimulation to boost power capacity while minimizing water use, land footprint, and well counts.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
Vagal tone stimulation activates the vagus nerve to slow heart rate and lower stress hormones.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of stimulation

Noun

But any economic stimulus program runs the risk of causing inflation to spike, and many economists believe the pandemic-era stimulus was at least partially responsible for the rise in consumer prices that ensued over the following years.

— Joe Walsh, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
The edit intercuts old film reels, both archival B-roll and seeming home movies, to hint at how all these new stimuli jog Brooke’s memory.

— Marshall Shaffer, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of stimulus

Noun

The excitement kicks off with a Super Bowl rematch Wednesday night between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

— Chad Graff, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Mitch frantically tuned in on his iPad and tried to contain his excitement as his brother had an outstanding debut, nearly leading the Chargers to victory.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of excitement

Noun

But the real thrill came when Button took the wheel and demonstrated why Formula 1 pilots are the most skilled drivers on earth, taking me on a taxi ride that revealed what the Clubsports were truly capable of.

— Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Expedition thrills include submersibles, sea kayaks and Zodiacs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of thrill

Noun

And just as chemical stimulants such as caffeine and Adderall can interfere with sleep, so, too, can excessive meditation.

— Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
The former campaign manager gave law enforcement a nylon glove containing powder cocaine and a 20-milligram tablet of Adderall, a prescription stimulant that contains amphetamines.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of stimulant

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