Perk Up (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to be alert and energetic; "Coffee and tea stimulate me"; "This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- A good night's sleep can really perk someone up after a long day of work.
- The morning sunlight streaming through the window helped to perk her up and start her day.
- She sips on the fresh coffee to perk herself up before the big exam.
- Exercise is known to perk people up naturally without relying on caffeine or other substances.
- Taking a short walk outside always seems to perk him up after a few hours of being stuck indoors.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Meaning 2
Gain or regain energy; "I picked up after a nap".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- The morning sunlight helped her perk up and tackle the day with renewed enthusiasm.
- A strong cup of coffee usually perked him up on lazy mornings.
- A quick jog around the block helped her perk up before work.
- She managed to perk up just in time for the evening festivities.
- After feeling sluggish from the medicine, she began to perk up late in the evening.