Meaning & Definition of word "Tonic"

Tonic

/ˈtɒnɪk/

1. A substance that invigorates, restores, or strengthens the body or mind.
- Example: The herbal tonic helped boost her energy levels after a long week.
2. A medicinal preparation administered to stimulate or restore health.
- Example: He took a tonic prescribed by his doctor to recover from his illness.
3. A carbonated beverage, typically sweetened, used as a mixer for alcoholic drinks.
- Example: She enjoyed her gin and tonic on a hot summer day.
4. In music, the first note of a scale, which serves as the basis of a key.
- Example: In the key of C major, the tonic is the note C.

1. Having a restorative or invigorating effect.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: A refreshing drink, often alcoholic.

● Example Sentence: Let's grab a tonic after work.

Meaning: A good boost or something that is uplifting.

● Example Sentence: That new song is such a tonic for my mood.