invigorating

[ in-vig-uh-rey-ting ]

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

Other Words From

• in·vig·or·at·ing·ly adverb
• un·in·vig·or·at·ing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of invigorating¹

invigorat(e) + -ing ²( def )

Example Sentences

“La Cocina” consistently proved to be an invigorating escape for her.

From Los Angeles Times

Highlights included Coffee - a tentative ballad about meeting up with an ex - and the lemon-bitter My Kink Is Karma, which got an invigoratingly grungy rock makeover.

From BBC

“It was liberating, it was exciting, it was invigorating, it was loud.”

From Los Angeles Times

There’s an inherent realism in a film like “All of Us Strangers” or “Her” or “20th Century Women” that’s bracing and invigorating.

From New York Times

Williams found his character’s growth just as invigorating.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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