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analeptic

/ˌænəˈlɛptɪk/
adjective
  1. Restoring strength or energy; invigorating.
    • The herbal tea had an analeptic effect, waking her up after a long nap.
    • Doctors prescribed an analeptic medication to help the patient recover from fatigue.
    • The cool breeze felt analeptic after hours of hiking in the heat.
Synonyms
invigorating
noun
  1. A medicine or substance that restores strength or energy.
    • In ancient times, certain herbs were used as analeptics for the sick.
    • Some athletes use analeptics illegally to boost their performance.
    • The nurse administered an analeptic to revive the drowsy patient.
Synonyms
tonicstimulant
Antonyms
sedative
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