Rejuvenate: meaning, definitions and examples

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rejuvenate

 

[ rɪˈdʒuːvəneɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

feeling refreshed

To make someone look or feel young, healthy, or energetic again.

Synonyms

refresh, renew, revitalize, revive.

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Word Description / Examples
rejuvenate

This is used when talking about making someone or something feel young, energetic, or lively again. Often used in health, beauty, and wellness contexts.

  • The spa treatment helped to rejuvenate her skin.
  • A good night's sleep can rejuvenate your energy.
revitalize

Used to describe the act of injecting new life or energy into something that has become dull or stagnant, often used in economic, urban, or social contexts.

  • The mayor's new policies aim to revitalize the city center.
  • A new marketing strategy could revitalize the company.
renew

This is typically used when something need to be restored to its original state or extended in terms of validity, such as memberships, relationships, or agreements.

  • She decided to renew her gym membership.
  • They are trying to renew their friendship.
refresh

Used when someone or something needs a quick boost or renewal, often for a short-term improvement. Applies to mental, physical, or technical refreshing.

  • A glass of cold water will refresh you after the hike.
  • Click the button to refresh the webpage.
revive

Applied when bringing something back to life, consciousness, or vigor, especially after it has declined or been inactive. Can be used for people, traditions, or markets.

  • The paramedics tried to revive the unconscious man.
  • They are working on a plan to revive the ancient festival.

Examples of usage

  • She felt rejuvenated after a good night's sleep.
  • Exercise can help rejuvenate your body and mind.
  • Spending time in nature can rejuvenate your spirit.
  • The spa treatment was designed to rejuvenate the skin.
  • Taking a break can rejuvenate your creativity.

Translations

Translations of the word "rejuvenate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rejuvenescer

🇮🇳 पुनर्जीवित करना

🇩🇪 verjüngen

🇮🇩 meremajakan

🇺🇦 омолоджувати

🇵🇱 odmładzać

🇯🇵 若返らせる

🇫🇷 rajeunir

🇪🇸 rejuvenecer

🇹🇷 gençleştirmek

🇰🇷 젊어지게 하다

🇸🇦 تجديد الشباب

🇨🇿 omladit

🇸🇰 omladiť

🇨🇳 使年轻

🇸🇮 pomladiti

🇮🇸 endurnýja

🇰🇿 жасарту

🇬🇪 გაახალგაზრდავება

🇦🇿 cəmləşdirmək

🇲🇽 rejuvenecer

Etymology

The word 'rejuvenate' originated from the Latin word 'rejuvenatus', which means 'made young again'. It first appeared in English in the early 19th century. The concept of rejuvenation has been a recurring theme in various cultures and mythologies, symbolizing renewal and vitality.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,040 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.