pick-me-up

Quick energy infusion

A pick-me-up is something that restores energy or lifts the spirits—typically a drink, snack, or brief activity: I need a coffee pick-me-up, A quick nap is my favorite pick-me-up.

The term suggests a minor, temporary boost rather than a lasting remedy.

caffeine

coffee

Brewed bean beverage

americano · tea · matcha · guarana · monster · shot · double-shot · caffeine · buzz · jolt

energizing

boost

Upward push or increase

enliven · rejuvenate · awaken · galvanize · activate · vitalize · pep · exhilarate · recharge · renew

comfort

consolation

Comfort during distress

relief · warmth · nurture · hug · cuddle · support · empathy · sympathy · treat · indulgence

snack

chocolate

Sweet from cacao seeds

  • candySugary edible treats
  • sugarCrystalline carbohydrate sweetener
  • cookieSweet baked snack

pastry · croissant · donut · muffin · fruit · banana · nuts · biscuit · sweet · treat

Categories
Opposites
physiological effect

pick-me-upsedative

Drug promoting calm

downer · depressant · soporific · tranquilizer · sleeping pill

emotional effect

pick-me-updowner

Dispiriting experience or thing

discouragement · buzzkill · let-down · bummer · letdown

Family

pick, picky, picking, picked, pickup, picker, pickers, unpicked, unpick

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G