v. a.
1.
Quicken, inform, make alive, give life to, vivify.
2.
Invigorate, fortify, revive, give vigor or energy to.
3.
Stimulate, waken, rouse, whet, incite, impel, excite, fire, heat, urge, provoke, warm, goad, kindle, prompt, work up, set on.
4.
Encourage, inspire, inspirit, embolden, enhearten, hearten, exhilarate, gladden, elate, elevate, flush, erect.