TONIC Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of tonic

as in refreshing

having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind breathe in clear tonic mountain air never underestimate the tonic power of humor on a sick person

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as in healthy

beneficial to the health of body or mind the tonic air of the mountains is just what you need after being cooped up in the city for so long

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noun

as in soda

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Recent Examples of tonic

Adjective

Then came the tonic-clonic seizures, which are full body seizures. — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2022 Research has found that turmeric supplements may delay the onset of tonic-clonic seizures as well as myoclonic jerks. — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2022

Noun

His first tonic-clonic seizure lasted a terrifying two and half minutes. — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026 The menu features several matcha drinks, including an elderflower matcha tonic, matcha cloud, sparkling matcha lemonade and a blackberry yuzu matcha milk. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tonic

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Adjective

According to the staff and recurring guests, this era is cutting edge, and the Omni Homestead is facing a, totally, revitalizing and refreshing energy rebirth.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The blue accents offered a refreshing reprieve from the almost all-white base, breathing life into the silhouette.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of refreshing

Adjective

Award-winning chef Kai Mueller has created a large and unusual menu that leans into the location, with a much healthier twist (all dishes that are safe to have on the detox programme are clearly marked).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
An annual average can appear healthy while Tuesdays and softer months create the downside.

— Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of healthy

Noun

Along with alcohol-free beer, other non-alcoholic drinks sold at Oktoberfest include water, apple spritzer, Spezi (a cola-orange soda) and lemonade.

— Erik Kirschbaum, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
More than 15 flies were on single-service items — those disposable plastic forks and knives — and soda syrup dispensers in the kitchen.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of soda

Adjective

By evening, Mars trines Neptune in your private 12th House, making quiet especially restorative.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 2 Oct. 2026
French Press Coffee sits alongside deep, mossy greens, nuanced neutrals, warm sunbaked tones, and a handful of more expressive accents, all working together to create spaces that feel personal and restorative.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of restorative

Adjective

Many of the botanicals used in the medicinal treatments are grown onsite.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The resulting powder was applied to skin or mixed into drinks and consumed, as it was thought to have medicinal properties.

— Michele Metych Britannica Editors Sep. 29, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of medicinal

Noun

Incense and the smell of libations (ceremonial liquids) added yet another sensory dimension.

— Jacqueline Ortoleva, Scientific American, 3 Oct. 2026
The Clove Bar mixologists have quite a command of indigenous ingredients and spices and use them beautifully in libations like the Munduk Mule and sparkling honey-and-lime Arak Madu; the bar serves Western staples and snacks throughout the day, too.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of libation

Adjective

Lucy’s constant sense of invention sometimes falters under the album’s new, megawatt spotlight, lacking the enticing mystery that gives their best music its power.

— H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
Among those surveyed, Latinos who didn’t vote in 2024 were more likely than those who had voted to have economic frustrations, like struggling to earn enough money or find a good job.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of good

Noun

But Pepsi's carbonated soft drink portfolio lagged behind the overall category, including rival Coca-Cola.

— Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
These drinks debuted in saloons, soft drink stands that sold home brews during Prohibition, and storied bars, paving the way for the city’s party-all-the-time persona.

— Kristin Braswell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of soft drink

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