Meaning of the word "pump up" in English

What does "pump up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pump up

US /pʌmp ʌp/

UK /pʌmp ʌp/

to increase the volume or intensity of something, especially music

Example:

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Can you pump up the music? I can barely hear it.

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The crowd started to pump up the energy as the band played.

Synonym:

amplify boost intensify raise escalate

to inflate something with air

Example:

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We need to pump up the tires before the bike ride.

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He used a hand pump to pump up the inflatable mattress.

Synonym:

inflate aerate fill

to make someone feel more enthusiastic, confident, or excited

Example:

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The coach tried to pump up the team before the big game.

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She listened to upbeat music to pump herself up for the presentation.

Synonym:

motivate excite energize encourage boost

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