Pep

/pɛp/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Energy, vitality, or enthusiasm.
She always brings so much pep to the team meetings, making them more enjoyable.
A quality that gives liveliness or excitement.
The new advertising campaign has a lot of pep and has captured the audience's attention.
A vigorous or lively character.
Despite her age, she still has the pep of a person in their twenties.
verb
To make lively or spirited; to invigorate.
They pep up the atmosphere at the party with music and dancing.
To improve or enhance the quality of something.
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

A burst of excitement or energy.
That party was so much fun, it had a lot of pep!
A lively and energetic atmosphere.
The concert had a great pep, everyone was dancing.