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adjective

Definition of vitalizingnext
as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind a vitalizing steam bath

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verb

present participle of vitalize
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to a hearty lunch and a long nap afterwards vitalized him again

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Recent Examples of vitalizing
Verb
Mense, who played under Vitello at Missouri, is tasked with vitalizing an offense that ranked 17th in runs and 22nd in OPS last season. —Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vitalizing
  1. refreshing
  2. stimulating
  3. restorative
Adjective
  • This Italian liqueur is both bitter and refreshing.
    — Sarah Moreno May 28, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
  • Check out some of the brand's bestsellers below, including the famous masks and the instantly refreshing Lychee Breeze facial mist.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 May 2026
Definition of refreshing
Verb
  • The honors program provides students with innovative and stimulating academic programming through high-impact learning practices.
    — Aegis, Baltimore Sun, 28 May 2026
  • Cinnamon can be used for everything from germination to protecting plants from pests and diseases, from stimulating plant growth to as a natural antiseptic, fungicide, and pest repellent.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
Definition of stimulating
Adjective
  • One white student called for restorative justice through education and reconciliation, while another white student wanted to promote uncomfortable conversations.
    — Ingrid A. Nelson, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
  • Per the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency, PMMA is only authorized for use as a restorative treatment and not for aesthetic purposes.
    — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Definition of restorative

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