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
Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
The interruptions come after the company de-energized power lines into a nearby substation and isolated a portion of its natural gas system.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Nov. 2025
The group seemed most energized when performing material from In Rainbows and Hail to the Thief.
—Daniel Dylan Wray, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2025
Big blue victories Zohran Mamdani won the New York mayoral race, NBC News projected, after the 34-year-old democratic socialist energized progressives in the city.
—Christian Orozco, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
McEvoy, 64, was electrocuted after coming in contact with an energized power line, said Sgt.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Favorability Ratings Reveal Polarized Electorate All three candidates face underwater favorability ratings, though Mamdani’s supporters remain the most energized.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
Oatmeal is a hearty breakfast that keeps you full and energized, but loading it with sugar can do more harm than good.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
This energy creates an energized and active vibe.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
Some of my favorites include a matching pajama set from Cozy Earth, a Nespresso coffee maker that keeps Kaley Cuoco energized, and a glossy haircare duo from Jennifer Aniston’s brand Lolavie.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
His campaign energized Muslim and South Asian New Yorkers to vote.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Today’s young people aren’t motivated by apocalyptic warnings, they’re energized by the expanding toolbox of climate solutions and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping a brighter future.
—Alexis Abramson, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
The outlet also called the New York City mayor’s race for Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state assemblymember who energized the city with his ambitious campaign.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Boosts Energy Levels Juicing helps keep you hydrated, which is important for staying energized.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2025
These clouds glow as hydrogen atoms within them are energized by intense radiation pouring from the energetic population of young stars embedded within.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
His death energized efforts to expand Turning Point's reach, which already had a considerable presence on college and high school campuses.
—Lily Altavena, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Eric Heberlig, a UNC Charlotte politics professor, said the election fit the pattern of a typical mid-presidential-term backlash, where the out-of-power party’s voters are more energized to turn out.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
The interruptions come after the company de-energized power lines into a nearby substation and isolated a portion of its natural gas system.
—Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Nov. 2025
The group seemed most energized when performing material from In Rainbows and Hail to the Thief.
—Daniel Dylan Wray, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2025
Big blue victories Zohran Mamdani won the New York mayoral race, NBC News projected, after the 34-year-old democratic socialist energized progressives in the city.
—Christian Orozco, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
McEvoy, 64, was electrocuted after coming in contact with an energized power line, said Sgt.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
Favorability Ratings Reveal Polarized Electorate All three candidates face underwater favorability ratings, though Mamdani’s supporters remain the most energized.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
Oatmeal is a hearty breakfast that keeps you full and energized, but loading it with sugar can do more harm than good.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
This energy creates an energized and active vibe.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
Even more adorableness from Remington At most tapings, there is someone tasked with keeping the audience energized throughout the long taping period.
—Patrick Gomez, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Nov. 2025
Some of my favorites include a matching pajama set from Cozy Earth, a Nespresso coffee maker that keeps Kaley Cuoco energized, and a glossy haircare duo from Jennifer Aniston’s brand Lolavie.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
His campaign energized Muslim and South Asian New Yorkers to vote.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Today’s young people aren’t motivated by apocalyptic warnings, they’re energized by the expanding toolbox of climate solutions and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping a brighter future.
—Alexis Abramson, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
The outlet also called the New York City mayor’s race for Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state assemblymember who energized the city with his ambitious campaign.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Boosts Energy Levels Juicing helps keep you hydrated, which is important for staying energized.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2025
These clouds glow as hydrogen atoms within them are energized by intense radiation pouring from the energetic population of young stars embedded within.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Oct. 2025
His death energized efforts to expand Turning Point's reach, which already had a considerable presence on college and high school campuses.
—Lily Altavena, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energized
Adjective
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The refreshed archival styles, however, will be offered on a first-come-first-serve basis, due to the collection’s sourcing for heritage fabrics and cut-to-order capacity.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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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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When the researchers stimulated autophagy, the problem improved.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Nov. 2025
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Puzzle and activity feeders mimic natural hunting behavior and keep cats mentally stimulated.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 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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This year’s edition gathers global heavyweights — Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne, Lav Díaz, Kelly Reichardt, Pietro Marcello, Ildikó Enyedi, Christian Petzold, László Nemes and Gianfranco Rosi — alongside an invigorated generation of Spanish filmmakers.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
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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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“Energized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energized. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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