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Definition of invigorating

invigorating

/ɪnˈvɪɡ.ə.reɪ.tɪŋ/
in · vig · or · at · ing
Adverb:invigoratingly
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• adjective

1

Making one feel strong, healthy, and full of energy; refreshing and stimulating.

Example

"A brisk morning walk along the windy coastline proved to be an invigorating start to the day."

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• Nearby Words

invigilate
invigilator
invigorate
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invigoratingly
invigoration
invincibility

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed as the present participle of the verb 'invigorate', which entered English in the mid-17th century from Medieval Latin invigoratus, ultimately from the Latin root vigor ('liveliness' or 'strength'), from vigere ('to be lively or thrive').

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Invigorating. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/invigorating
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