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pick-me-up Definition

pick·-me-up (pikmē up′)

noun

Informal an alcoholic drink taken to raise one's spirits
pick-me-up Synonyms

pick-me-up

n.

pick-me-up Usage Examples

Preposition: after

  • night: How it works: For all skin types as a pick-me-up after a late night or heavy week at work.

Converse of object

  • need: On the upside you could effect repair with an Aquarius and plan something special for a Cancer who needs a pick-me-up.
  • provide: Amid the pessimism, however, Parker is able to provide a timely pick-me-up.
  • make: Make a healthy pick-me-up by steeping leaves in boiling water for a steamy drink - add sugar if you like.
  • use: Mind you, old fart that I am, I could use a pick-me-up.

Adjective modifier

  • perfect: Stimulating citrus scents blended with fresh mint and herbal notes for the perfect pick-me-up.
  • great: Bread From Heaven: Posted each Wednesday morning, these reflections on the Psalms are a great spiritual pick-me-up.
  • quick: If i could bottle a time and then bring it out for a quick pick-me-up every so often, i'd do now.
  • real: Try this one on its own, on the rocks, or in coffee for a real pick-me-up.
  • instant: Spray it around the room, on clothes or bedlinen for an instant pick-me-up, or on your wrists to ease Morning Sickness.
  • ideal: Makes an ideal pick-me-up for both men and women.

Modifies a noun

  • effect: This natural supplement has a real pick-me-up effect when taken over the course of a few weeks or longer.

Noun used with modifier

  • morning: It's proving very popular around our office as a revitalizing morning pick-me-up.
  • afternoon: The hot chocolate is a perfect afternoon pick-me-up, and if you need a snack try the yummy fennel soup with the fresh-baked bread.