Tonic

/ˈtɒnɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A substance that invigorates, restores, or strengthens the body or mind.

The herbal tonic helped boost her energy levels after a long week.

A medicinal preparation administered to stimulate or restore health.

He took a tonic prescribed by his doctor to recover from his illness.

A carbonated beverage, typically sweetened, used as a mixer for alcoholic drinks.

She enjoyed her gin and tonic on a hot summer day.

In music, the first note of a scale, which serves as the basis of a key.

In the key of C major, the tonic is the note C.

adjective

Having a restorative or invigorating effect.

The tonic properties of the herbs made the tea very beneficial for health.

From Latin tonicus, from tonos 'tone, tension'.

tonic water

A carbonated soft drink flavored with quinine, often used in cocktails.

pick-me-up tonic

Something that revives or boosts energy.

herbal tonic

A remedy made from herbs, intended to improve health.

stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

restorative

Having the ability to restore health or strength.

A refreshing drink, often alcoholic.

Let's grab a tonic after work.

A good boost or something that is uplifting.

That new song is such a tonic for my mood.