reinvigorated
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/ˌriːɪnˈvɪɡəˌreɪtɪd/
(reinvigorate)
restore energy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reinvigorate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reinvigorare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'invigorare' meant 'to give strength.'
Historical Evolution
'reinvigorare' transformed into the French word 'réinvigorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reinvigorate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give strength again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'reinvigorate'.
The team was reinvigorated after the motivational speech.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
