energize

especially British, en·er·gise

[en-er-jahyz]

verb (used with object)

energized, energizing 

1. to give energy to; rouse into activity.

   to energize the spirit with brave words.

2. to supply electrical current to or store electrical energy in.

verb (used without object)

energized, energizing 

1. to be in operation; put forth energy.

energize

/ ˈɛnəˌdʒaɪz /

verb

1. to have or cause to have energy; invigorate

2. (tr) to apply a source of electric current or electromotive force to (a circuit, field winding, etc)

Other Word Forms

• energizer noun
• reenergize verb (used with object)
• superenergized adjective
• unenergized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of energize¹

First recorded in 1745–55; energ(y) + -ize

Example Sentences

In an interview with Rolling Stone following “Black Messiah,” D’Angelo sounded energized and suggested more music was on the way.

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That means I speak more often with my closest colleagues and friends, which is energizing and replenishing for me as someone who can feel isolated by remote work.

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But as a young person, Xenarios was politically energized, daring and outspoken.

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CEOs are often energized from some deep interior place.

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Once I found a role that energized me, I became a new man on the job.

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Related Words

• animate 
• electrify 
• empower 
• excite 
• invigorate 
• motivate 
• reinforce 
• stimulate 
• strengthen 
• trigger