Word
pep
US/ˈpɛp/
UK/pˈɛp/
Definitions
01energy and spirit
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal
n. energy, spirit, or a lively feeling.
n. energy, vitality, or high spirits. Often used in the context of motivation or physical liveliness.
“The upbeat music gave the runners some extra pep for the final mile.”
“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'.
02to make lively
B2 · Upper Intermediate Informal
v. to make someone or something more energetic or interesting.
v. to impart energy, spirit, or liveliness to someone or something. Almost exclusively used with the particle 'up'.
“A bright coat of paint will really pep up this dark room.”
“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'.
Idioms
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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