ENERGIZE Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

energize

verb

ˈe-nər-ˌjīz

as in to stimulate

to give life, vigor, or spirit to a teacher who knows how to energize history lessons with little-known but interesting facts about long-ago people

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Recent Examples of energize Their standoff energizes the play, but this jolt of momentum comes a little too late. —

Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026 The crowd remained energized long after the match ended, reflecting the tournament atmosphere that has spread well beyond the stadium. —

Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 June 2026 That puts bright, juicy top notes at the front of any energizing fragrance blend. —

Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026 The decision comes after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats, voting rights groups and even some uneasy Republicans who warned that reopening redistricting could energize Democratic voters and overshadow a pivotal stretch of the campaign season. —

Greg Bluestein, AJC.com, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for energize

Recent Examples of Synonyms for energize

stimulate

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Inside, soy proteins repair and strengthen, copper peptides stimulate keratin production–aka the protein that fortifies and minimizes frizz–and pro-B vitamins amplify fullness.

— Ellie Davis, Vogue, 25 June 2026
Deadheading spent blooms will stimulate the plant to produce more flowers.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 25 June 2026