energize

verb

en·​er·​gize ˈe-nər-ˌjīz 

energized; energizing

transitive verb

1

: to make energetic, vigorous, or active

energized by the coach's pep talk

2

: to impart energy to

sunlight energizes the chemical reactions

3

: to apply voltage to

intransitive verb

: to put forth energy : act

energization

ˌe-nər-ˌjī-ˈzā-shən 

noun

energizer noun

Synonyms

• amp (up)
• animate
• brace
• enliven
• fillip
• fire
• ginger (up)
• invigorate
• jazz (up)
• juice up
• jump-start
• liven (up)
• pep (up)
• quicken
• spike
• stimulate
• vitalize
• vivify
• zip (up)

Examples of energize in a Sentence

His rousing speech energized the crowd.

You'll feel more energized after a bit of exercise.

Recent Examples on the Web

To stay relevant, projects need continuous innovation in storytelling, marketing, and incentives to energize their communities. —Charles Wayn, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024

Those films are energized by a sense of sincere and fervent curiosity. —Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2024

The full moon in Aries on October 17 has the potential to energize your pursuits, while Venus entering Sagittarius should bring a playful and optimistic touch to your relationships. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024

Luck’s ability to energize athletes, fans, and donors could play a large part in that process. —Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 30 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1865, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 2

Phrases Containing energize

• de-energize
• re-energize

Kids Definition

energize

verb

en·​er·​gize ˈen-ər-ˌjīz 

energized; energizing

1

: to put forth energy : act

2

a

: to give energy to

sunlight energizes the chemical reactions

b

: to make energetic

3

: to apply voltage to

energizer noun