perked
Became more animated
Perked is the past tense of perk, which means to become more lively, cheerful, or alert—often after a period of low energy or spirits.
Coffee perks when it brews in a percolator, bubbling up through the grounds.
More commonly, people perk up when something improves their mood or energy: She perked up after hearing the good news.
A cup of tea really perked him up.
awake
Not in slumber
vigilant · sharp · focused · keen · conscious · watchful · observant · responsive · quick · perceptive
coffee
Brewed bean beverage
- espressoConcentrated pressurized brew
- dripLiquid falling slowly
- filteredScreened to remove contaminants
caffeinated · brew · pot · barista · coffeemaker · stovetop · carafe · grounds · aroma
- perk upBecome more alert
- perked upBecame more cheerful
- perking upBecoming more animated
- employee perksAdditional job compensation
- job perks
- executive perksBenefits for top management
perky, perk, perks, perkiness, perking, perkily, perkier, perkiest