Synonyms of jump-start

jump-start

verb

ˈjəmp-ˈstärt 

as in to stimulate

to give life, vigor, or spirit to

an intentionally provocative comment that was supposed to jump-start the discussion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stimulate
• energize
• invigorate
• stir
• arouse
• enliven
• revive
• provoke
• vitalize
• activate
• animate
• electrify
• awaken
• inspire
• quicken
• drive
• vivify
• excite
• strengthen
• lift
• boost
• jazz (up)
• spark
• cheer
• motivate
• propel
• recreate
• spike
• trigger
• zip (up)
• rouse
• fire
• brace
• liven (up)
• raise
• amp (up)
• awake
• motive
• fillip
• charge
• rally
• move
• pep (up)
• resurrect
• juice up
• refresh
• galvanize
• ginger (up)
• wake (up)
• renew
• reinvigorate
• revitalize
• impel
• infuse
• set off
• actuate
• incite
• foment
• rekindle
• rejuvenate
• instigate
• fortify
• reactivate
• resuscitate
• reawaken
• buoy
• regenerate
• ferment
• whip (up)
• recharge
• kindle
• reenergize
• turn on
• inflame
• embolden
• abet
• reanimate
• hearten
• steel
• restimulate
• enkindle
• refreshen
• reawake

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kill
• dull
• dampen
• undermine
• deaden
• damp
• weaken
• drain
• wear
• weary
• wear out
• slow
• burn out
• curb
• inhibit
• harass
• restrain
• exhaust
• knock out
• check
• wash out
• debilitate
• suppress
• sap
• fatigue
• enfeeble
• quell
• discourage
• do in
• quench
• stunt
• repress
• enervate
• still
• tucker (out)
• demoralize
• daunt
• fag
• dishearten
• kayo
• jade
• dispirit

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of jump-start

With Chicago already ahead 4-1, Peters jump-started an eight-run rally with a two-run homer off Justin Sterner in the seventh inning. — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 11 July 2026

Ultimately, the seven-day first draft serves as a jump-start for the rewrite phase, which does stretch out over time and distance. — Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 9 July 2026

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The Dodgers took full advantage of the Padres’ defensive mistakes to jump-start their offense. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026