noun
- energy and liveliness; vigor
Usage: informal
verb
- to make or become more energetic and lively
Usage: informal; usually used with ‘up’
Examples
- The coach gave the team a pep talk before the big game.
- She’s full of pep in the morning after her coffee.
- The music helped pep up the party atmosphere.
- He needs something to pep him up after that long flight.
- The cheerleaders brought pep and enthusiasm to the rally.
- A good night’s sleep will pep you up for tomorrow.
- The vitamins are supposed to give you more pep.