energize
Americanverb (used with object)
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to give energy to; rouse into activity.
to energize the spirit with brave words.
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to supply electrical current to or store electrical energy in.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to have or cause to have energy; invigorate
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(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
Etymology
Origin of energize
Example Sentences
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The mythic dimension may be missing here, but Holmes darkly captivates within the narrower compass of this energizing revival.
From Los Angeles Times
William Carlos Angulo’s choreography is unfailingly kinetic, but participating in a party is more energizing than watching one at a remove.
From Los Angeles Times
If home buyers were energized by January’s decline in mortgage rates, that enthusiasm didn’t carry over into actual contract signings.
From Barron's
Crockett, a 44-year-old African-American lawyer, argues the party needs a fighter capable of energizing turnout and commanding attention through sharp, viral exchanges with Republicans.
From Barron's
Walking into the room, I immediately felt energized and simultaneously completely out of place.
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