perk up
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Verb (2)
- gain or regain energy“I picked up after a nap”Synonyms: perkpercolatepick upgain vigorMore general recuperate, recover
- cause to be alert and energetic“Coffee and tea stimulate me”“This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate”Synonyms: stimulatearousebraceenergizeenergiseOpposite calmMore general affectMore specific animate, enliven, cathect, invigorate
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