adjective
Related Words
See active.
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
Etymology
Origin of energetic
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
Example Sentences
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But now I discovered that I liked the business side of it too, liked catalogues and stock listings, liked the whole busy, energetic world of trade.
From Literature
The best time to start a business is when you’re young, energetic and allowed to make mistakes.
Unfortunately, it provides limited protection from the solar wind, allowing energetic particles from the Sun to reach the surface more easily.
From Science Daily
A few rise above head-height, the most energetic sentinels of regeneration.
From Los Angeles Times
Those humble beginnings have created a character who is passionate, energetic and provides effort, desire and commitment - all of which were evident in that stunning display against City.
From BBC
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