v. Function: verb
Synonyms: QUICKEN 1, animate, liven, vivificate, vivify
Related Words: refresh, rejuvenate, renew, restore; excite, galvanize, invigorate, jazz (up), pep (up), provoke, stimulate; amuse, cheer, divert, entertain, recreate; exhilarate, fire, inspire
Idioms: give (new) life to
Contrasted Words: depress, oppress, weigh
Antonyms: subdue