as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
an invigorated worker returning from a relaxing vacation
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as in stimulated
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the fresh air and sunshine invigorated the children after a long winter indoors
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Recent Examples of invigorated
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The old pals get the jump on the hitmen, and an invigorated Lee later volunteers to help the General in his feud with local liquor magnate Jeremiah Dunmire (Robert Patrick).
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Nov. 2025
This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
The lone exception was Williams, who instead seemed invigorated by what had just occurred.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Regarding what keeps their work fresh and invigorated, their lead singer, Bart Millard, said the following to The Tennessean.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
Arkansas Online, 17 Apr. 2026
He is invigorated like a kid on Christmas morning to discover what the arts will teach him, and us, next.
—Laura Linney, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Aries is the leader and we will be invigorated by fire to charge forth upon our journeys in the week that follows it.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
After riding the polo ponies all afternoon, however, Martha is invigorated.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The franchise and the fan base have already been invigorated by the December blockbuster addition of Quinn Hughes.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 2 Mar. 2026
Lululemon is still a quality product and brand that has somewhat lost its way and needs to be invigorated.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
The Pitt invigorated audiences like a big sniff of smelling salts.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Jan. 2026
Mazzulla singled out that Scheierman hustle play and a chasedown steal by White against Jaden Ivey as two moments that invigorated the Garden crowd, which Brown called the liveliest the Celtics have played in front of this season.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Soaring energy prices and power shortages in Africa, triggered by the Iran war, is leading to public calls for nuclear cooperation and re-invigorated interest in long-term nuclear energy plans, which are underway in more than 20 of the 54 African countries.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The old pals get the jump on the hitmen, and an invigorated Lee later volunteers to help the General in his feud with local liquor magnate Jeremiah Dunmire (Robert Patrick).
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Nov. 2025
This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
The lone exception was Williams, who instead seemed invigorated by what had just occurred.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Regarding what keeps their work fresh and invigorated, their lead singer, Bart Millard, said the following to The Tennessean.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
In Chatrie's case, the geofence warrant invigorated an investigation that had stalled.
—Arkansas Online, 17 Apr. 2026
He is invigorated like a kid on Christmas morning to discover what the arts will teach him, and us, next.
—Laura Linney, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Aries is the leader and we will be invigorated by fire to charge forth upon our journeys in the week that follows it.
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
After riding the polo ponies all afternoon, however, Martha is invigorated.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The franchise and the fan base have already been invigorated by the December blockbuster addition of Quinn Hughes.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 2 Mar. 2026
Lululemon is still a quality product and brand that has somewhat lost its way and needs to be invigorated.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2026
The Pitt invigorated audiences like a big sniff of smelling salts.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Jan. 2026
Mazzulla singled out that Scheierman hustle play and a chasedown steal by White against Jaden Ivey as two moments that invigorated the Garden crowd, which Brown called the liveliest the Celtics have played in front of this season.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invigorated
Adjective
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Charging will be much improved with the refreshed EQS, too.—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
13 Apr. 2026
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The German luxury marque has just unveiled the refreshed version of the saloon’s SUV equivalent, the GLS.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When people spend long periods in activities that require very little mental effort, those pathways may not be stimulated in the same way.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2026
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The induced impact of our cast and crew spending along with the workers along the supply chain in turn stimulated even more economic growth.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But finding Congress members to co-chair the revived caucus has proven difficult, Ilechie told Semafor.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Tickets are on sale for the revived Festival of Nations, which is now known as the International Festival of Minnesota.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Reducing the amount of energy spent on digestion may also help explain why fasting can make some people feel more energized.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Key Takeaways Dietitians recommend prioritizing protein and fiber at breakfast to stay full and energized.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That has spurred renewed interest in a clause in the EU's foundational treaties about mutual assistance if a member nation is attacked.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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While President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled renewed openness to private investment, including partnerships in electricity and a possible revival of fracking, her administration’s statism continues to weigh on Mexico’s appeal relative to regional peers.—
Juan Pablo Spinetto,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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