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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That has put new attention on "healthspan," the stretch of life when someone remains energetic, independent, and generally free of serious age-related problems.
From Science Daily
Small businesses that used to thrive in energetic local communities are having a difficult time keeping up, and the ripple effect is reaching the community.
From Salon
“I try to make it energetic. I love the music loud,” she says.
From Los Angeles Times
“I’m as active, healthy, engaged, and energetic as I have ever been,” Evan Greenberg said.
From Barron's
Each set is an homage to a version of the past that was always drawing from the future, leaving you on a unique energetic plane.
From Los Angeles Times
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