Adrenalize

/əˈdrɛnəlaɪz/ verb

Definition

To stimulate with adrenaline or to cause an adrenaline response; to excite or energize.

Etymology

From 'adrenal' (relating to the adrenal gland) + '-ize' (to cause or make). A modern verb created to describe the physiological effect of adrenaline.

Kelly Says

When something 'adrenalizes' you, it's flooding your system with adrenaline—extreme sports athletes seek that feeling, and it's why horror movies and roller coasters are so addictive.

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