energetic

Sometimes en·er·get·i·cal

[en-er-jet-ik]

adjective

1. possessing or exhibiting energy, especially in abundance; vigorous.

   an energetic leader.

2. powerful in action or effect; effective.

   to take energetic measures against crime.

   Synonyms: potent, strong, effectual

energetic

/ ˌɛnəˈdʒɛtɪk /

adjective

1. having or showing much energy or force; vigorous

Other Word Forms

• energetically adverb
• hyperenergetic adjective
• nonenergetic adjective
• nonenergetically adverb
• quasi-energetic adjective
• quasi-energetically adverb
• superenergetic adjective
• superenergetically adverb
• ultraenergetic adjective
• unenergetic adjective
• unenergetically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of energetic¹

First recorded in 1645–55; from Greek energētikós, from energē- (from en- en- ² + ergē-, variant stem of ergeîn “to be active”; energy ) + -tikos -tic

Synonym Study

See active.

Example Sentences

For many, swag gaps go far beyond appearance and fashion - and instead encompass differences in success, fame, confidence "or just energetic aura in general".

From BBC

Davies’ Maigret is active and energetic without breaking a sweat, very much a man who makes things happen.

From Los Angeles Times

Alima Lee’s energetic set came to a close as a crowd formed near a long strip of the dance floor.

From Los Angeles Times

Sigrid describes her upcoming third album, There's Always More That I Could Say, as an "energetic extrovert album with introvert lyrics".

From BBC

Then, she dreams of dishes to the buoyant and ambient song, “Future Perfect” by Durutti Column and chows down to the energetic tune of “To Make You Happy” by Tommy McGee.

From Salon

Related Words

• active 
• aggressive 
• dynamic 
• enterprising 
• industrious 
• lively 
• powerful 
• spirited 
• sprightly 
• spry 
• strong 
• tireless 
• vigorous