invigorating

American  

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

adjective

1. 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

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Other Word Forms

• invigoratingly adverb
• uninvigorating adjective

Etymology

Origin of invigorating

invigorat(e) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

He often played the first verse of a track, allowing it to peak in the chorus and quickly brush past it — making the set feel like an invigorating sprint.

From Los Angeles Times

Without making any outrageous claims for the completely enjoyable, not at all groundbreaking series they share, I found their company invigorating.

From Los Angeles Times

The shooting has reverberated beyond Nashville, too, stoking fury and frustration and invigorating once again the country’s divisions over violence and access to guns.

From New York Times

For each myth, she also adds invigorating context and sometimes supplementary detail, giving Odysseus “a keener appreciation of his wife’s intellect than Homer did.”

From Washington Post

Just minutes in, the Wolverines had drawn three charges, invigorating their home crowd.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• bracing
• exhilarating
• fascinating
• lively
• refreshing
• uplifting