Meaning & use

revitalizing

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Giving new life, energy, or vigor to something that had become weak or inactive.

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The city council launched a plan for revitalizing the old downtown district.

A short walk outside can be surprisingly revitalizing after hours at a desk.

A note on using this word

Revitalizing is common in contexts ranging from urban planning and economics to health and wellness marketing.

Words with a similar meaning

revivingrejuvenating

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