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The word **振奋** is a classic example of a Chinese compound word formed through **parallel or coordinative construction**, where two semantically similar characters are combined to create a nuanced, intensified meaning. The first character, **振 (zhèn)**, carries the core idea of "to rouse," "to shake," or "to invigorate," while the second, **奋 (fèn)**, means "to exert oneself," "to strive," or "to be enthusiastic." When paired, their meanings converge and amplify each other, producing the compound's sense of "to inspire," "to invigorate," or "to be exhilarated," effectively capturing both the internal feeling of heightened morale and the external action of stirring up enthusiasm. This morphological process is common in Mandarin, creating a word whose whole meaning is greater than the sum of its parts, specifically denoting a powerful, uplifting surge of spirit and energy.