juvenate

/dʒuːvɪˈneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make young or youthful in appearance, spirit, or character; to refresh and invigorate

“The new surroundings helped tojuvenate her spirits after a long period of sadness.”

2. verb (transitive)

to restore to a state of youthfulness or vigor

“Exercise canjuvenate the body and mind.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to regain or recover one’s youthful vigor or energy

“After a good night’s sleep, I feltjuvenated and ready to tackle the day.”

4. noun

the process of restoring to a state of youthfulness or vigor

“The doctor’s treatment was ajuvenation of her overall health.”

Synonyms

  • invigorate
  • rejuvenate
  • revitalize

Antonyms

  • debilitate
  • exhaust
  • weaken