Meaning & Definition of word "Pep"

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    Pep

    /pɛp/

    noun:

    • 1. Energy, vitality, or enthusiasm.
      • Example: She always brings so much pep to the team meetings, making them more enjoyable.
    • 2. A quality that gives liveliness or excitement.
      • Example: The new advertising campaign has a lot of pep and has captured the audience's attention.
    • 3. A vigorous or lively character.
      • Example: Despite her age, she still has the pep of a person in their twenties.

    verb:

    • 1. To make lively or spirited; to invigorate.
      • Example: They pep up the atmosphere at the party with music and dancing.
    • 2. To improve or enhance the quality of something.
      • Example: He decided to pep up his speech with some humor and interesting anecdotes.

    Etymology

    Originally from the word 'pepper', reflecting liveliness and heat.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pep talk:

    A speech intended to inspire enthusiasm or confidence.

    pep up:

    To make something more lively or interesting.

    full of pep:

    Having a lot of energy or enthusiasm.

    Related Words

    vigor:

    Physical strength and good health.

    spirited:

    Full of energy, enthusiasm, and determination.

    enthusiasm:

    Intense and eager enjoyment or interest.

    Slang Meanings of pep

    Meaning: A burst of excitement or energy.

    Example Sentence: That party was so much fun, it had a lot of pep!

    Meaning: A lively and energetic atmosphere.

    Example Sentence: The concert had a great pep, everyone was dancing.