as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
after a refreshing lunch, we felt energized and ready to hit the bike trail once again
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as in stimulated
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 energized
Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
The industry that got away Modern-day Americans know coffee as a morning pick-me-up, but historical accounts place the beverage in the hands of Sufi monks in Yemen, who sipped on coffee to remain energized through late-night prayer rituals.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Eddie Vedder and Earthlings delivered an energized 21-song set to close Day 1.
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
And for the first time, the exclamation mark people are influential, energized and presenting a broad front.
—Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The fall equinox marks the sun’s ingress (your celestial ruler) into Libra, which means, on top of feeling energized, opportunities for charming and harmonious exchanges are more likely at this time.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
Run clubs achieve the same goal by encouraging a sense of social cohesion and harmony, while also helping runners feel more energized and motivated to finish the run.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
A number of factors beyond redistricting leave Democrats well positioned to seize the chamber, according to election handicappers, who say the national mood favors the more energized Democrats.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 25 Aug. 2025
Hundreds of energized voters snaked around Union Square on Sunday afternoon, as New Yorkers sought one of the limited Zohran Mamdani Scavenger Hunt cards at the first clue stop.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2025
Mamdani faces his biggest test yet Leading in the polls by a double-digit margin, Mamdani has energized New York City voters by centering his campaign on city affordability, touting ambitious initiatives including free city buses, rental freezes, and city-run grocery stores.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 16 Oct. 2025
We were really energized by the people, and that helped.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Many women have shared the shame associated with the sudden onset of symptoms that simultaneously seem to undermine their ability to be present and energized on tasks, whether at work or at home.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Oct. 2025
Dart has energized the Giants, and fans have been on board with the dynamic rookie.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The president has secured buy-in from key Arab and Muslim states, his efforts energized by his criticism of Israel’s audacious and unsuccessful effort to assassinate top Hamas official Khalil Al-Hayya in an airstrike in the Qatari capital of Doha.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2025
But since September 11th as Secretary of War you've been energized.
—NBC news, 5 Oct. 2025
Felloni has energized the brand with his theatrical presentations and campaigns featuring the likes of Deneuve, Laura Dern and Susan Sarandon, winning the Designer of The Year trophy at the 2023 Footwear News Achievement Awards.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
This energy creates an energized and active vibe.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
The industry that got away Modern-day Americans know coffee as a morning pick-me-up, but historical accounts place the beverage in the hands of Sufi monks in Yemen, who sipped on coffee to remain energized through late-night prayer rituals.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Eddie Vedder and Earthlings delivered an energized 21-song set to close Day 1.
—George A. Paul, Oc Register, 27 Sep. 2025
And for the first time, the exclamation mark people are influential, energized and presenting a broad front.
—Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 26 Sep. 2025
The fall equinox marks the sun’s ingress (your celestial ruler) into Libra, which means, on top of feeling energized, opportunities for charming and harmonious exchanges are more likely at this time.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
Run clubs achieve the same goal by encouraging a sense of social cohesion and harmony, while also helping runners feel more energized and motivated to finish the run.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
A number of factors beyond redistricting leave Democrats well positioned to seize the chamber, according to election handicappers, who say the national mood favors the more energized Democrats.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 25 Aug. 2025
Hundreds of energized voters snaked around Union Square on Sunday afternoon, as New Yorkers sought one of the limited Zohran Mamdani Scavenger Hunt cards at the first clue stop.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
Protesters in Little Rock showed up energized with signs, megaphones, American flags and costumes.
—Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2025
Mamdani faces his biggest test yet Leading in the polls by a double-digit margin, Mamdani has energized New York City voters by centering his campaign on city affordability, touting ambitious initiatives including free city buses, rental freezes, and city-run grocery stores.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 16 Oct. 2025
We were really energized by the people, and that helped.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
Many women have shared the shame associated with the sudden onset of symptoms that simultaneously seem to undermine their ability to be present and energized on tasks, whether at work or at home.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Oct. 2025
Dart has energized the Giants, and fans have been on board with the dynamic rookie.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
The president has secured buy-in from key Arab and Muslim states, his efforts energized by his criticism of Israel’s audacious and unsuccessful effort to assassinate top Hamas official Khalil Al-Hayya in an airstrike in the Qatari capital of Doha.
—Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2025
But since September 11th as Secretary of War you've been energized.
—NBC news, 5 Oct. 2025
Felloni has energized the brand with his theatrical presentations and campaigns featuring the likes of Deneuve, Laura Dern and Susan Sarandon, winning the Designer of The Year trophy at the 2023 Footwear News Achievement Awards.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energized
Adjective
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Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
22 Aug. 2025
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Each year, Indiana Landmarks releases the list to advocate for the sites in hope of educating people and attracting developers, individuals and organizations to contribute financially and help these buildings find a refreshed purpose.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The team also hopes to explore whether microscopic scaffolds can guide human cell growth and if the body can be stimulated to complete tissue regeneration once printing begins.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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But dogs still need ways to burn off energy and stay mentally stimulated.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Along with new and revived looks, the new 25th Anniversary Emblem threads through the collection.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The editor at one revived paper said his new owner saw ongoing profitability, while other outlets will be grabbed by publishers motivated by a sense of civic duty.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Nowhere was this more evident than in the accessories categories, which felt invigorated and ready to capture the imagination of clients globally.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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The lone exception was Williams, who instead seemed invigorated by what had just occurred.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
21 Sep. 2025
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