KICK-START Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

kick-start

verb

Definition of kick-start

as in to jump-start

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Recent Examples of kick-start Get a caffeine kick-start at Birdies Coffee + Bakery, then head to Commons Grounds for a delicious brunch. — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026 The former All-Star catcher notched three hits, a homer and three RBIs to kick-start the Jays’ largest offensive output in more than 40 days. — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 If confirmed in larger trials, these results suggest that psilocybin therapy could kick-start anorexia recovery and provide relief. — Alexandra Pattillo, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2026 The author will kick-start a new dystopian romance series, titled The Cinderlands Saga, next year. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for kick-start

Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick-start

Verb

But Chicago still needs better zoning and permitting to jump-start development, such as allowing multifamily buildings on smaller-sized lots.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
The most costly play of the second half came on the Browns’ game-winning field goal drive, when Samuel allowed a 17-yard chunk play to jump-start that series.

— Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of jump-start

Verb

Simmons is trying to resurrect his career after sitting out last season to heal a debilitating back injury.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2026
Indian Motorcycle has roots stretching back more than a century, despite disappearing and being resurrected along the way.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of resurrect

Verb

Wall Street is rallying again as investors rekindle enthusiasm about AI.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026
Kicillof and others have seized on widespread economic hardship under Milei to rekindle support for the movement's traditional pillars — free education, public health care and workers’ rights.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of rekindle

Verb

Smith had revitalized his career in Seattle, winning the 2022 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award and earning two Pro Bowl selections with the Seahawks.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026
Now that its initial route to building new housing has fallen through, the town is looking to attract a different developer to help revitalize the poorest section of town.

— John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026