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Meaning of the word pep in English

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pep

US /pep/
UK /pep/

Noun

energy and high spirits; liveliness.

Example:
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he was an enthusiastic player, full of pep and fight
Synonym:
dynamism life go energy spirit liveliness animation bounce sparkle effervescence fizz verve ebullience high spirits enthusiasm initiative vitality vivacity fire dash panache elan snap zest zeal exuberance vigor gusto drive push brio get-up-and-go gumption oomph pizzazz vim zing zip

Verb

add liveliness or vigor to someone or something.

Example:
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measures to pep up the economy
Synonym:
improve enliven animate invigorate vitalize revitalize vivify energize electrify galvanize stimulate cheer up season spice pepper leaven flavor
Antonym:
subdue
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