high-energy
adjective
high-en·er·gy
ˈhī-ˈe-nər-jē 
1
a
: having such speed and kinetic energy as to exhibit relativistic departure from classical laws of motion
—used especially of elementary particles whose velocity has been imparted by an accelerator
b
: of or relating to high-energy particles
2
: yielding a relatively large amount of energy when undergoing hydrolysis
Examples of high-energy in a Sentence
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Known for her high-energy performances, Shakira will perform tracks from her new album and her catalog of hits.
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 16 Apr. 2024
This week, topics thrown into the flaming quiz pyre include high-energy physics, beloved snacks, music traditions and, of course, viral animals.
—Holly J. Morris, NPR, 12 Apr. 2024
The dying star also releases a torrent of high-energy particles in the form of cosmic rays: subatomic particles moving at close to the speed of light.
—Chris Impey, Discover Magazine, 8 Apr. 2024
What to Consider The high-energy property may not be ideal for travelers seeking seclusion.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024
The event promises high-energy entertainment for its thirteenth year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
New in theaters, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is loaded with big creatures, loud roars and plenty of high-energy battles.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The high-energy rays cast down during that time are akin to a laser pinpointing at the eye.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
In the clip, the soft piano and guitar tune suddenly shifted as Caufield and her dad broke into a high-energy performance.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 16 Apr. 2024
This week, topics thrown into the flaming quiz pyre include high-energy physics, beloved snacks, music traditions and, of course, viral animals.
—Holly J. Morris, NPR, 12 Apr. 2024
The dying star also releases a torrent of high-energy particles in the form of cosmic rays: subatomic particles moving at close to the speed of light.
—Chris Impey, Discover Magazine, 8 Apr. 2024
What to Consider The high-energy property may not be ideal for travelers seeking seclusion.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024
The event promises high-energy entertainment for its thirteenth year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 28 Mar. 2024
New in theaters, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is loaded with big creatures, loud roars and plenty of high-energy battles.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The high-energy rays cast down during that time are akin to a laser pinpointing at the eye.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
In the clip, the soft piano and guitar tune suddenly shifted as Caufield and her dad broke into a high-energy performance.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
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“High-energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-energy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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