Synonyms

invigorating

American

[in-vig-uh-rey-ting] / ɪnˈvɪg əˌreɪ tɪŋ /

adjective

giving or encouraging vigor, liveliness, or energy.

The hike offers great views, lots of sunshine, and an invigorating workout.
The drink is an invigorating blend of tomato juice and spices.

Synonyms:

tonic, stimulative, restorative, refreshing

Other Word Forms

invigoratingly adverb
uninvigorating adjective

Etymology

Origin of invigorating

invigorat(e) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Thanks to his subject matter and materials, Mr. Otsuki’s work feels timeless, while his intentional, unshowy formal choices make it an invigorating counterpoint to so much of the noisy art popular at the moment.

From The Wall Street Journal

So a year or so on, he must feel the Civil Service has not yet been given the short sharp shock of an invigorating cold shower he thinks it needs.

From BBC

Glasgow's Third Eye Centre was a fresh and invigorating addition to the Scottish arts scene.

From BBC

For Allen, after years of street protests decrying the killings of Philando Castile and George Floyd, he’s already writing for his Nur-D project, documenting this perilous, invigorating moment of resisting ICE in his city.

From Los Angeles Times

In those seconds, a compelling game became a total belter; thrilling, controversial, exhausting and invigorating.

From BBC

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