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

A "superdog" rejected from five homes for his energetic nature has won an international award for his ability to help catch criminals and save wildlife.

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“My mother remembers this,” an energetic Elordi tells me in a Hollywood conference room.

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The discovery gives solar scientists new tools to better simulate how the Sun behaves during energetic flares -- knowledge that could eventually improve forecasts of space weather events that influence technology and communications on Earth.

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If it turns out progress was illusory we will at least have reacquainted ourselves with what optimism in the Mideast feels like—it feels energetic, like something that can get you through the next day.

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

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Related Words

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