rehearten

/riːˈhɑɾtən/

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone feel hopeful or optimistic again

“The news had a chance to rehearten the team after their recent losses.”

2. verb

to give someone a new sense of purpose or motivation

“The teacher’s words helped to rehearten the discouraged student.”

Synonyms

  • reinspire
  • reinvigorate

Antonyms

  • demotivate
  • discourage