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pep

n. · v.
US //ˈpɛp// UK //pˈɛp// pep
  1. 1 energy and spirit (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

    energy, spirit, or a lively feeling.

    energy, vitality, or high spirits. Often used in the context of motivation or physical liveliness.

    Example

    The upbeat music gave the runners some extra pep for the final mile.

    Example

    The coach's halftime speech was designed to restore some pep to the team after a demoralising first half.

    Usage

    Commonly found in the compound 'pep talk'.

  2. 2 to make lively (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

    to make someone or something more energetic or interesting.

    to impart energy, spirit, or liveliness to someone or something. Almost exclusively used with the particle 'up'.

    Example

    A bright coat of paint will really pep up this dark room.

    Example

    The marketing team decided to pep up the campaign with more vibrant colours and a faster soundtrack to appeal to a younger demographic.

    Usage

    Usually functions as the phrasal verb 'pep up'.

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