Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

key-up

verb

/kiː ʌp/

Definition

To make someone excited or enthusiastic, often in preparation for an event or activity.

Examples

She was so key-up before her big performance that she could hardly sit still.
The coach’s motivating speech really key-up the team before the championship game.

Meaning

The term ‘key-up’ refers to a state of heightened excitement or emotional readiness, typically achieved by stimulating the mind or senses in a specific context.