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tonic

/ˈtɒnɪk/

noun

Meaning

  • A substance with medicinal properties intended to restore or invigorate.

    "We used to brew a tonic from a particular kind of root."

  • Tonic water.

  • (Massachusetts) Any of various carbonated, non-alcoholic beverages; soda pop.

  • Someone or something that revitalises or reinvigorates.

adjective

Meaning

  • Pertaining to tension, especially of muscles.

  • Restorative, curative or invigorating.

    "The arrival of the new members had a tonic effect on the team."