rejuvenize: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowInformal to Semi-formal; sometimes perceived as a non-standard or commercial variant.
Quick answer
What does “rejuvenize” mean?
To make someone or something look or feel younger, more energetic, or newer.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
To make someone or something look or feel younger, more energetic, or newer.
To revitalize or renew, often applied to processes, systems, or physical appearance; to imbue with fresh vitality.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The word is extremely rare in British English and is not typically found in standard dictionaries. In American English, it has marginal, mostly commercial usage.
Connotations
In both varieties, it may carry a slightly informal, commercial, or even contrived connotation compared to "rejuvenate."
Frequency
Usage frequency is very low in both varieties, with "rejuvenate" being the overwhelmingly dominant form.
Grammar
How to Use “rejuvenize” in a Sentence
[Subject] rejuvenizes [Object][Object] be rejuvenized by [Subject]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “rejuvenize” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The spa treatment aims to rejuvenize your tired complexion.
- They hoped the new investment would rejuvenize the ageing infrastructure.
American English
- This serum promises to rejuvenize your skin overnight.
- The coach's speech helped rejuvenize the team's morale.
adverb
British English
- [No standard adverb form. Use 'rejuvenatingly'.]
American English
- [No standard adverb form. Use 'rejuvenatingly'.]
adjective
British English
- [No standard adjective form. Use 'rejuvenating' or 'rejuvenative'.]
American English
- [No standard adjective form. Use 'rejuvenating' or 'rejuvenative'.]
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare; might appear in marketing copy for wellness or consulting services (e.g., "Our program will rejuvenize your workforce.").
Academic
Virtually unused; "rejuvenate" is the standard scholarly term.
Everyday
Very rare; if used, it's in casual talk about personal energy or appearance.
Technical
Not used in technical registers.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “rejuvenize”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “rejuvenize”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “rejuvenize”
- Using "rejuvenize" in formal writing where "rejuvenate" is required.
- Spelling it as "rejuvinate" (incorrect).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a low-frequency variant of 'rejuvenate.' It is understandable but not the standard form recommended for formal use.
They are synonyms, but 'rejuvenate' is the standard, widely accepted term found in all dictionaries. 'Rejuvenize' is a less common, sometimes commercial variant.
No, you should use 'rejuvenate,' 'revitalize,' or 'renew' instead, as 'rejuvenize' is considered non-standard in formal academic contexts.
Some speakers or marketers may use it for its novel or emphatic sound, or by analogy with other -ize verbs, but it does not add any distinct meaning.
To make someone or something look or feel younger, more energetic, or newer.
Rejuvenize is usually informal to semi-formal; sometimes perceived as a non-standard or commercial variant. in register.
Rejuvenize: in British English it is pronounced /rɪˈdʒuːvənaɪz/, and in American English it is pronounced /rɪˈdʒuːvənaɪz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No established idioms for this specific variant]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'Re-JUVE-nize' – 'Juve' sounds like 'juvenile,' which means young, and '-ize' means to make. So, to make young again.
Conceptual Metaphor
YOUTH IS A SUBSTANCE THAT CAN BE INJECTED (e.g., "rejuvenize your skin").
Practice
Quiz
Which of the following is the MOST standard and recommended synonym for 'rejuvenize'?