Deadening is an adjective that means to make something less powerful or intense. The antonyms of deadening are invigorating, enlivening, stimulating, bracing, exhilarating, exciting, animating, inspiring, and vitalizing. These words imply a sense of energy, liveliness, and dynamism. Invigorating and revitalizing describe the process of restoring vitality and strength to something or someone. Enlivening is used when describing an activity or experience that is entertaining and arousing. Stimulating and animating are used when discussing things that provoke or awaken emotions and feelings. Bracing has a refreshing effect on someone's mind and body. Exhilarating and exciting suggest activities and experiences that produce strong feelings of happiness, pleasure, and excitement. Inspiring expresses the feeling of being motivated and encouraged.