recharge

[ree-chahrj, ree-chahrj, ree-chahrj] / riˈtʃɑrdʒ, riˈtʃɑrdʒ, ˈriˌtʃɑrdʒ /

VERB

revitalize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

refresh regenerate rejuvenate

STRONG

energize invigorate renew restore resuscitate revive

WEAK

bounce back breathe new life into bring back to life come to life reenergize

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy kill ruin

Example Sentences

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After trying to sell more products itself over recent years, Nike has tried to work more with retail chains to recharge sales growth.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

“I think people are really embracing this idea that even brief changes of scenery can really recharge you, your mind and spirit.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

He could not get through on Hamilton and then things got worse for him when the engine went into an unexpected recharge session before Spoon Curve on lap 37 and Leclerc was able to pass.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Handling both the charge and recharge cycles is a reactor about 15 inches in diameter and 8 feet tall that can generate around 100 kilowatts of heat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

There were stops to change drivers and recharge batteries; there were other, longer stops for no reason that could be discerned from inside the van.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin