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a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings many Eastern cultures believe in the significance of life energy in the healing process

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something with a usable capacity for doing work some of the power needs of the house are provided by solar energy

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How does the noun energy contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of energy are force, might, power, and strength. While all these words mean "the ability to exert effort," energy applies to power expended or capable of being transformed into work.

a worker with boundless energy

When is it sensible to use force instead of energy?

While in some cases nearly identical to energy, force implies the actual effective exercise of power.

used enough force to push the door open

In what contexts can might take the place of energy?

While the synonyms might and energy are close in meaning, might implies great or overwhelming power or strength.

the belief that might makes right

When would power be a good substitute for energy?

In some situations, the words power and energy are roughly equivalent. However, power may imply latent or exerted physical, mental, or spiritual ability to act or be acted upon.

the awesome power of flowing water

When is strength a more appropriate choice than energy?

The synonyms strength and energy are sometimes interchangeable, but strength applies to the quality or property of a person or thing that makes possible the exertion of force or the withstanding of strain, pressure, or attack.

use weight training to build your strength

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of energy That's all designed in-house, and Ferrari claims this pack will have a higher energy density than any electric vehicle (EV) on sale today, at 195 Wh/kg. New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025 This year, however, there is sure to be more discussion than ever about the energy, innovation and investment coming from places far removed from Los Angeles and New York. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025 Key Takeaways There's no best time to eat chia seeds, but having them in the morning or as a snack can boost energy and keep you full longer. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2025 Now, Sunday arrives with everything on the line and likely more raw energy on the course. Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for energy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energy
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  • Mulch may help rebuild topsoil and enhance water infiltration, potentially boosting plant vigor.
    Jon Stojan, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
  • It will be measured in the vigor of his curiosity, the depth of his attention, and the audacity of his explorations.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2025
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  • The impact on fuel consumption could be significant for aviation.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Leaving their minority poor communities in, this will be rocket fuel towards gentrification and nothing in SB79 guards against that, sadly.
    Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Hanke relates that it was riddled with loopholes that handed the Banco Central de la República Argentina discretionary monetary powers.
    Shawn Tully, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
  • ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power.
    Megan O’Matz, ProPublica, 8 Oct. 2025
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  • Iverson often compared his own fearlessness to Jordan’s aura, famously crossing up Jordan early in his career as a statement of arrival.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Both looks played in her usual register — classic shapes, fine detail, and that imitable cool girl aura — but each carried a distinct point of view.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
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  • These gases together have driven roughly 22 percent of global warming since 1850.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Some startups are turning these advances into real technologies – from storing gases more safely, to pulling clean water straight from desert air, to building more energy-efficient air conditioners.
    Stavroula Alina Kampouri, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2025
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  • Linebacker Zaire Franklin could not care less about the Colts’ strength of schedule.
    James Boyd, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Another important strength of the category may look at first like a contradiction.
    Rebecca Ackermann, The Atlantic, 5 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Workplace CultureBest workplaces Europe The Nordic approach to business builds empowerment, team spirit and engagement.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
  • New & Noteworthy Hint's Winter Variety Pack captures the chilly, lighthearted spirit with cheerful flavors and clean ingredients.
    Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
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  • In its most useful form, Stevenson’s passion provides confidence, purpose, juice.
    Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Remove from heat and stir in reserved ham and lemon juice.
    Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025

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“Energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energy. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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