'adrenalize' originates from the word 'adrenaline,' which is derived from the Latin 'ad-' meaning 'toward' and 'renes' meaning 'kidneys.'

'adrenaline' was coined in the early 20th century and 'adrenalize' emerged as a verb form to describe the action of stimulating adrenaline.

Initially, it referred to the physiological process of adrenaline release, but now it also means to excite or energize someone.