Meaning of pumped-up(a) in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   pumped-up(a)

   Definitions

   1. tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline

   Examples

   • « we were really pumped up for the race »
   • « he was so pumped he couldn't sleep »

   Synonyms

   • tense