Vitalize — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈvī-tə-ˌlīz/ vi·tal·ize

Meaning & Definition of Vitalize

Vitalize (verb)

  1. to endow with vitality, animate

Vitalize (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to give life, vigor, or spirit to

    "a hearty lunch and a long nap afterwards vitalized him again"

    similar: amp (up), animate, brace, energize, enliven, fillip, fire, ginger (up), invigorate, jazz (up), juice up, jump-start, liven (up), pep (up), quicken, spike, stimulate, vivify, zip (up)
    related: arouse, awake, awaken, raise, rouse, stir, wake (up), activate, actuate, drive, impel, motivate, motive, move, propel, charge, electrify, galvanize, enkindle, excite, ferment, foment, incite, inflame, instigate, kindle, provoke, set off, spark, trigger, turn on, whip (up), abet, boost, buoy, cheer, embolden, fortify, hearten, infuse, inspire, lift, rally, steel, strengthen, reactivate, reanimate, reawake, reawaken, recharge, recreate, reenergize, refresh, refreshen, regenerate, reinvigorate, rejuvenate, rekindle, renew, restimulate, resurrect, resuscitate, revitalize, revive
    opposite: damp, dampen, deaden, dull, kill
    near: burn out, debilitate, do in, drain, enervate, enfeeble, exhaust, fag, fatigue, harass, kayo, knock out, sap, tucker (out), undermine, wash out, weaken, wear, wear out, weary, check, curb, inhibit, jade, quell, quench, repress, restrain, slow, still, stunt, suppress, daunt, demoralize, discourage, dishearten, dispirit

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vitalize

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vitalize:

amp (up), animate, brace, energize, enliven, fillip, fire, ginger (up), invigorate, jazz (up), juice up, jump-start, liven (up), pep (up), quicken, spike, stimulate, vivify, zip (up)

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Vitalize

Words with the opposite meaning of Vitalize:

damp, dampen, deaden, dull, kill

Related Words for Vitalize

arouse, awake, awaken, raise, rouse, stir, wake (up), activate, actuate, drive, impel, motivate, motive, move, propel, charge, electrify, galvanize, enkindle, excite, ferment, foment, incite, inflame, instigate, kindle, provoke, set off, spark, trigger

Near Antonyms of Vitalize

burn out, debilitate, do in, drain, enervate, enfeeble, exhaust, fag, fatigue, harass, kayo, knock out, sap, tucker (out), undermine, wash out, weaken, wear, wear out, weary, check, curb, inhibit, jade, quell, quench, repress, restrain, slow, still

Word Forms of Vitalize

Inflections: vitalized, vitalizing

Derived words: vitalization (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Vitalize

First known use: 1678

Frequently Asked Questions about Vitalize

What does "Vitalize" mean?

"Vitalize" means to endow with vitality, animate. As a verb, it is defined as: to endow with vitality, animate.

What is another word for "Vitalize"?

Other words for "Vitalize" include amp (up), animate, brace, energize, enliven, fillip, fire and ginger (up). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vitalize" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vitalize"?

There are 83 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vitalize". Common alternatives include amp (up), animate, brace, energize, enliven, fillip, fire, ginger (up), invigorate and jazz (up).

What is the opposite of "Vitalize"?

Antonyms of "Vitalize" include damp, dampen, deaden, dull and kill. Near antonyms include burn out, debilitate, do in and drain.

How do you use "Vitalize" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vitalize" in a sentence: "a hearty lunch and a long nap afterwards vitalized him again".

Is "Vitalize" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vitalize" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Vitalize"?

"Vitalize" is pronounced /ˈvī-tə-ˌlīz/ and divided into syllables as vi·tal·ize.

What is the origin of the word "Vitalize"?

First known use: 1678.