energize

verb

en·​er·​gize ˈe-nər-ˌjīz How to pronounce energize (audio)
energized; energizing
Synonyms of energizenext

transitive verb

1
: to make energetic, vigorous, or active
energized by the coach's pep talk
2
: to impart energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
3
: to apply voltage to

intransitive verb

: to put forth energy : act
energization noun
energizer noun

Examples of energize in a Sentence

His rousing speech energized the crowd. You'll feel more energized after a bit of exercise.
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Finally, teams will cool down and energize the large superconducting magnets to validate the integration of all new components. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 16 May 2026 Critics, including some Republicans, argued the move risked energizing Democratic turnout and could weaken Republican incumbents in suburban districts. Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 13 May 2026 Today’s moon in Aries energizes your communication sector, making conversations blunt, brutally frank and emotionally charged. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026 By evening, the Aries Moon moves through your 6th House of Work and Wellness, energizing routines and ambitions that benefit from bold follow-through. Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for energize

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1865, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of energize was circa 1865

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“Energize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/energize. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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energize

verb
en·​er·​gize ˈen-ər-ˌjīz How to pronounce energize (audio)
energized; energizing
1
: to put forth energy : act
2
a
: to give energy to
sunlight energizes the chemical reactions
b
: to make energetic
3
: to apply voltage to
energizer noun

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