Synonyms for

Pep

Verb / pep / Another word for pep — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

energy, enthusiasm, or liveliness

Synonyms & similar words

peppiness ginger vigor vitality animation zest enthusiasm life energy spirit vivacity verve spark drive fire pizzazz oomph gusto pepper vim bounce get-up-and-go

Synonyms by register

Formal

vigor vitality energy animation

Informal

oomph zip zing get-up-and-go vim

Literary

ardor elan spirit

Antonyms

lethargy apathy sluggishness lassitude torpor weariness exhaustion

Common collocations

  • add pep
  • boost pep
  • full of pep
  • pep talk
  • pep rally
  • pep up
  • get some pep

Word family

noun pep
verb pep up

Usage note

Primarily used informally to describe energy or enthusiasm. 'Pep talk' and 'pep rally' are common set phrases.

Example sentences

  1. She needs some pep to finish her homework.
  2. He got a pep talk from his coach before the game.
  3. The team lacks pep without their star player.
  4. She added some pep to her outfit with a bright scarf.
  5. The band played with pep and enthusiasm.

Quotes

  • 'Pep is the ability to tell yourself this is not what you want, but you'll do it just to prove you can.' - Bernie Goldstein
  • 'Pep talks don't always come from coaches and players. Sometimes, they come from friends or family.' - LaDainian Tomlinson
  • 'I always feel like I have a lot of pep in the morning after a good breakfast.' - Ellie Kemper

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